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$109+ Cheap flights from Richmond to San Diego (RIC - SAN)

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 — SAN
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Diego are usually found in October or September, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$207
(FareScan)

One-way from

$136
(Mytrip)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-San Diego flight deals.
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/195:57 pmRIC - SAN
2 stops21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/106:45 amSAN - RIC
2 stops28h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$207
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/159:26 amRIC - SAN
2 stops24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/196:57 pmSAN - RIC
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$284
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1410:45 amRIC - SAN
1 stop11h 43mJetBlue
Wed 11/208:38 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop8h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 10/29$416
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2012:42 pmRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 08mDelta
Sun 11/249:45 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 10/30$421
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/107:35 amRIC - SAN
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Thu 12/128:35 amSAN - RIC
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/199:04 amRIC - SAN
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/109:55 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/188:26 amRIC - SAN
1 stop9h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2112:55 pmSAN - RIC
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$506

Find flights from Richmond to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Diego 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/24

7:44 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$109

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/25

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$160

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/23

6:11 pm-12:25 am

1 stop9h 14m

$178

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/25

6:30 am-3:20 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$264

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/26

5:00 am-9:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

$283

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/1

9:09 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$381

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/27

10:35 am-10:27 pm

3 stops14h 52m

$594

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/19

5:57 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops21h 23m

San Diego

Tue 12/10

6:45 am-2:17 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$207

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/3

10:41 am-7:18 pm

1 stop11h 37m

San Diego

Fri 2/7

8:30 pm-9:56 am

1 stop10h 26m

$246

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/15

9:26 am-6:40 am

2 stops24h 14m

San Diego

Tue 11/19

6:57 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$284

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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 Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyNo Information
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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, Virginia-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond, Virginia-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond, Virginia-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond, Virginia-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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, Virginia-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Richmond to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego, you should look to book at least 20 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to San Diego, such as Delta, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
3,514 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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