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$92+ 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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Sun 7/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San Francisco are usually found in January or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$109
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/168:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mBreeze Airways
Sat 8/2312:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/30$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/223:20 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/255:00 amSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$251
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop11h 22mJetBlue
Mon 11/109:45 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop9h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 6/30$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/232:47 pmRIC - SFO
2 stops9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/305:50 amSFO - RIC
2 stops10h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Fri 7/2512:49 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Mon 7/2810:59 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/28$318
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Fri 7/186:15 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop18h 46mSun Country Air
Sun 7/2011:59 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/28$319

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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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Richmond

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

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RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$238

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/22

3:20 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

5:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$251

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/7

11:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop11h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

9:45 pm-10:43 am

1 stop9h 58m

$255

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/23

2:47 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops9h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:50 am-7:34 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$262

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/25

12:49 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

10:59 pm-9:00 am

1 stop7h 01m

$318

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/18

6:15 pm-10:01 am

1 stop18h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

11:59 pm-11:37 am

1 stop8h 38m

$319

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/1

8:30 am-11:54 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$92

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/14

3:19 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$126

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/14

4:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$147

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/1

6:44 pm-10:25 am

1 stop18h 41m

$151

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Richmond to San Francisco is 73 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, January 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 1, 2025.

When flying from Richmond to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to San Francisco 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

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 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta 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
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,919 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($238), Southwest ($251), and JetBlue ($255) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to San Francisco. You may be able to fly from Richmond to San Francisco for 35% 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 Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $126 and $147 on American Airlines 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 $271, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $178.

  • 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 Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Travelers on a layover in Charlotte can visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame, by traveling 8.2 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 $43.

  • 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, January 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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

Discover the top 6 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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