$138+ Cheap flights from Richmond to San Francisco (RIC - SFO)
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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 17, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/228:36 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$274
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:38 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Thu 9/107:44 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Sun 9/136:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop9h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 7/14![Frontier logo]()
$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 11/78:25 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/1112:36 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 10m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/15![Breeze Airways logo]()
$287
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:25 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/237:17 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop20h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$290
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Wed 9/237:17 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop20h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/16![Frontier logo]()
$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Tue 8/256:20 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/316:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$296
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:26 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Sun 8/239:02 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/24:51 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop10h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/712:36 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
Best flights from Richmond to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 17, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 8/1911:42 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 42m
Delta
Mon 8/3110:35 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop9h 27m
Delta
Deal found 7/12![Delta logo]()
$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 11/107:05 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Thu 11/196:05 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/13![Southwest logo]()
$323
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/198:25 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/2612:36 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 10m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/15![Breeze Airways logo]()
$328
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sat 9/194:49 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop11h 14m
JetBlue
Fri 9/2510:15 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop8h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/15![JetBlue logo]()
$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Thu 10/84:20 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Mon 10/129:35 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop11h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/13![Southwest logo]()
$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Sat 9/193:08 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 45m
Delta
Sat 9/266:00 am
SFO
- RIC
2 stops11h 13m
Delta
Deal found 7/16![Delta logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Thu 9/36:30 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Tue 9/87:55 pm
SFO
- RIC
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/14![Southwest logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Sat 9/266:30 am
RIC
- SFO
2 stops12h 20m
Southwest
Mon 9/287:55 pm
SFO
- RIC
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/14![Southwest logo]()
$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Sun 9/276:35 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Tue 9/296:35 am
SFO
- RIC
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/14![Southwest logo]()
$410
Last-minute flights from Richmond to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco. Data last updated July 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco. Data last updated July 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Wed 9/237:17 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop20h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/16![Frontier logo]()
$291
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/76:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Tue 8/1112:38 pm
SFO
- RIC
1 stop26h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/12![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 8/146:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Mon 8/176:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop8h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/14![Frontier logo]()
$284
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/228:36 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/246:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Sun 8/239:02 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:26 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Tue 8/256:20 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/316:00 am
SFO
- RIC
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$296
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:20 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:38 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:22 pm
SFO
- RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$283
One-way flights from Richmond to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Richmond to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Richmond to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 9/238:25 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/13![Breeze Airways logo]()
$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 8/198:36 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/11![Breeze Airways logo]()
$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 8/195:42 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 16m
Delta
Deal found 7/11![Delta logo]()
$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/215:26 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/13![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Wed 8/196:15 am
RIC
- SFO
2 stops10h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/11![Southwest logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Sun 9/133:00 pm
RIC
- SFO
2 stops33h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/12![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/316:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/12![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Sun 9/139:31 am
RIC
- SFO
1 stop28h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sun 10/411:48 am
RIC
- SFO
2 stops32h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$183
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/14![Frontier logo]()
$187
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:25 am
RIC
- SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/12![Breeze Airways logo]()
$189
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/246:47 pm
RIC
- SFO
1 stop8h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/15![Frontier logo]()
$192
Find flight deals from Richmond to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 July 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $274 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $138 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $488 |
Good round-trip deal | $306 or less |
Good one-way deal | $194 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Francisco 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 July 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Francisco that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 8/19
11:42 am-6:24 pm
1 stop9h 42m
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
10:35 pm-11:02 am
1 stop9h 27m
$323
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Tue 11/10
7:05 am-12:50 pm
1 stop8h 45m
San Francisco
Thu 11/19
6:05 am-4:05 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$323
Quickest round-trip
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/19
8:25 am-11:51 am
Nonstop6h 26m
San Francisco
Sat 9/26
12:36 pm-8:46 pm
Nonstop5h 10m
$328
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 10/8
4:20 pm-11:10 pm
1 stop9h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 10/12
9:35 pm-11:50 am
1 stop11h 15m
$346
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/19
4:49 pm-1:03 am
1 stop11h 14m
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
10:15 am-10:14 pm
1 stop8h 59m
$364
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 9/3
6:30 am-1:00 pm
1 stop9h 30m
San Francisco
Tue 9/8
7:55 pm-9:50 am
2 stops10h 55m
$376
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/26
6:30 am-3:50 pm
2 stops12h 20m
San Francisco
Mon 9/28
7:55 pm-9:50 am
2 stops10h 55m
$381
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 9/19
3:08 pm-9:53 pm
1 stop9h 45m
San Francisco
Sat 9/26
6:00 am-8:13 pm
2 stops11h 13m
$385
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 9/27
6:35 am-1:30 pm
1 stop9h 55m
San Francisco
Tue 9/29
6:35 am-8:45 pm
2 stops11h 10m
$410
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
RichmondSan Francisco
RIC - SFO
RICSFO
Richmond Byrd Intl
Mon 9/28
7:15 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop7h 42m
$162
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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to San Francisco
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 Francisco in July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-San Francisco 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-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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RIC-SFO
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco?
The best time to book flights from Richmond to San Francisco is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $545). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 17, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to San Francisco as you normally would.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated July 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Richmond to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
Comfort
8.2
Entertainment
6.7
Crew
8.8
Overall
8.2
Food
6.7
Boarding
8.3
Reviews
1 / 18
4.0
OkayLisa,Mar 2026
ORF - JAX
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Top 7 airlines flying from Richmond to San Francisco
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to San Francisco. 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 July 17, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$123 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$323 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$153 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$218 | Average$453 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$456 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$524 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$317 | Average$486 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |