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$72+ Cheap flights from Richmond to San Antonio (RIC - SAT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAT
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Antonio are usually found in November or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:27 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop17h 43mFrontier
Sun 11/2311:05 amSAT - RIC
1 stop28h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$145
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:48 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop26h 42mFrontier
Thu 11/203:23 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop24h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/228:22 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/257:11 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/59:49 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop17h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/125:46 pmSAT - RIC
2 stops16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:24 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop30h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/297:11 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:01 pmRIC - SAT
2 stops22h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/237:37 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop14h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:17 pmRIC - SAT
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/238:33 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:58 pmRIC - SAT
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/247:37 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:30 pmRIC - SAT
2 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/208:33 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:58 pmRIC - SAT
1 stop24h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/247:37 pmSAT - RIC
1 stop14h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$273

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Antonio (SAT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$145
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$362
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Antonio that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Antonio that are best for you.

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RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/22

8:22 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop24h 16m

San Antonio

Tue 11/25

7:11 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$192

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/22

6:24 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop30h 02m

San Antonio

Mon 12/29

7:11 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop20h 58m

$244

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/13

10:30 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops43h 40m

San Antonio

Thu 11/20

8:33 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$269

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/5

9:49 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop17h 26m

San Antonio

Fri 12/12

1:55 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$288

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/29

8:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 25m

San Antonio

Sun 1/4

6:45 am-8:22 am

2 stops48h 37m

$309

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/19

6:17 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops25h 15m

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

7:37 pm-10:29 am

1 stop13h 52m

$309

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/22

11:24 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 08m

San Antonio

Tue 11/25

2:12 pm-8:06 pm

3 stops28h 54m

$339

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/19

6:17 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops25h 15m

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

7:37 pm-11:25 am

1 stop14h 48m

$340

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/25

1:21 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Antonio

Tue 12/30

5:48 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 38m

$363

RichmondSan Antonio

RIC - SAT

RICSAT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/22

6:24 pm-11:50 am

2 stops18h 26m

San Antonio

Mon 12/29

12:45 pm-7:30 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$370

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to San Antonio

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to San Antonio in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Richmond-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-San Antonio flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Antonio from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to San Antonio

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to San Antonio may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio (average of $94). Flying from Richmond to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of $172). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to San Antonio in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Antonio. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Richmond to San Antonio have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to San Antonio. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to San Antonio?

    There are many flights that can get you from Richmond to San Antonio in 17h 26m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Richmond to San Antonio is about 1332 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to San Antonio round-trip?

    Currently priced at $91, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Richmond to San Antonio and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $260 and $296, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 79% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Antonio that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to San Antonio flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to San Antonio?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to San Antonio.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to San Antonio?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to San Antonio by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Antonio (average of $94). Flying from Richmond to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of $172). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Richmond to San Antonio

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to San Antonio. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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