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$121+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:53 amRIC - SFO
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:23 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/68:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:22 pmSFO - RIC
3 stops21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/38:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Sat 12/612:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/3$267
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Tue 12/911:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop11h 34mJetBlue
Thu 12/118:15 amSFO - RIC
1 stop11h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 11/1$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:42 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Thu 1/16:24 amSFO - RIC
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/128:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:34 amSFO - RIC
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/128:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mBreeze Airways
Tue 11/1812:50 pmSFO - RIC
2 stops15h 55mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/1$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/279:38 amRIC - SFO
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/512:47 pmSFO - RIC
2 stops15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$306
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:11 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop18h 07mJetBlue
Sun 12/148:15 amSFO - RIC
1 stop11h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 11/1$310
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/96:03 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop23h 37mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:23 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:42 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Tue 12/306:24 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/149:33 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1512:39 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$327

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$264
(Frontier)

One-way from

$121
(Mytrip)

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December

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January

Average price

$358
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

2:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

10:39 am-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/25

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

8:15 am-11:33 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/17

2:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

10:39 am-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/15

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

8:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/12

6:10 am-2:01 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

9:16 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 59m

$279

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/20

11:09 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

11:50 am-12:25 am

1 stop9h 35m

$347

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/18

6:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

7:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$352

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

4:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

7:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$352

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/18

1:24 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

11:59 pm-12:34 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$357

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/18

12:47 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

10:54 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$358

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $102). Flying from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
225 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • How popular is this Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    Flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Francisco Bay Area have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

    There are many flights that can get you from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area in 8h 19m. Fly via JetBlue, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area is about 2422 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    $145 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $146 and $189, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area is Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Richmond Byrd Intl - Oakland or Richmond Byrd Intl - San Jose.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $197 on average, our data indicates $393 when flying from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $102). Flying from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 6 airlines flying from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$234Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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