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$115+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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RIC — IAD
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$621 or less

Good one-way deal

$280 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:40 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/198:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:59 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/88:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/112:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 9/277:00 amRIC - IAD
1 stop11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/47:14 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 10/171:08 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:02 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop16h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:59 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/25:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$223
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:53 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/48:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:53 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/138:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:35 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/108:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:31 amRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/612:50 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/127:53 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/268:35 amIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$288

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Dulles Intl

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RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/17

10:40 am-11:39 am

Nonstop0h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/19

8:35 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$179

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/2

7:59 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

8:35 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 01m

$184

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/1

7:59 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

8:35 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 01m

$189

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/28

6:35 am-7:32 am

Nonstop0h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/1

12:50 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$189

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/27

7:00 am-6:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

7:14 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$196

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/17

1:08 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/19

8:02 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$222

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/11

9:59 am-8:53 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/12

7:27 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$223

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/29

7:59 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/2

5:50 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

$223

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/27

7:53 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

8:35 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$235

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/27

7:53 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

8:35 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Dulles Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dulles Intl from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. 1 airline have flights from Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users have found that United Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Consider ANA (87%), Air Canada (87%) or Republic Airways (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally $1,044, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $153. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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