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$132+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Jul 20 — Jul 271
Mon 7/20
Mon 7/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San Francisco
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 June 20, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/177:44 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop18h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/219:45 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$336
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/36:20 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 11m
JetBlue
Thu 7/96:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 29m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/17$337
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/28:36 am
RIC
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/810:17 pm
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop9h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$339
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/86:20 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/156:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$343
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/106:20 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/136:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$344
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/16:46 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop8h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/412:22 pm
SFO
-
RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$348
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/36:20 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/106:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$349
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/58:36 am
RIC
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/126:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$350
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/256:20 pm
RIC
-
SFO
1 stop9h 11m
JetBlue
Wed 8/266:00 am
SFO
-
RIC
1 stop8h 25m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/17$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/18:36 am
RIC
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 01m
Breeze Airways
Sat 7/412:22 pm
SFO
-
RIC
Nonstop5h 22m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/17$352

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 June 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$336
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$132
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$457

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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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 June 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/25

6:20 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$351

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/15

6:30 am-4:25 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

10:30 pm-11:10 am

1 stop9h 40m

$382

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/8

6:20 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

9:00 pm-8:48 am

1 stop8h 48m

$382

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/13

6:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

10:30 pm-11:10 am

1 stop9h 40m

$390

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/17

6:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$407

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/21

6:10 am-1:40 pm

2 stops10h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

6:05 am-7:05 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$442

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/9

7:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

10:50 pm-11:40 am

2 stops9h 50m

$450
Quickest round-trip

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/8

8:36 am-11:37 am

Nonstop6h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

12:22 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$463

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/20

6:15 am-3:10 pm

2 stops11h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 7/22

5:15 am-9:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$465
Cheapest one-way

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/15

6:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$189

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 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.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 June 20, 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.

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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 June 20, 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,421 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,865 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,716 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,989 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
292 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $351, JetBlue can have you in San Francisco from Richmond in 9h 11m. There are 2442 mi between Richmond and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($130), Breeze Airways ($153), and Frontier ($155) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to San Francisco. You may be able to fly from Richmond to San Francisco for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $87. Users have also found prices from $119 and $125 on Breeze Airways and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Richmond to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $181. The most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $291.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to San Francisco?

    Most of the time, Richmond to San Francisco flights that have layovers will stop in Charlotte.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Travelers on a layover in Charlotte can visit North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame, by traveling 5.8 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively after landing at Charlotte Douglas. Those on a layover in Charlotte in need of a rental car can book one at Charlotte Douglas for about $50.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to San Francisco flights?

    Flights departing from Richmond and landing in San Francisco layover in Atlanta least frequently.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    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.

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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 June 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$130Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$153Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$155Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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