Dulles Intl

$124+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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RIC — IAD
Jul 1 — Jul 81
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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 June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(Mytrip)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$628 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Dulles Intl
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 June 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/58:15 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1212:52 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/25$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/249:42 amRIC - IAD
2 stops23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/3111:58 amIAD - RIC
2 stops20h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 7/244:57 pmRIC - IAD
1 stop19h 05mDelta
Sun 7/278:31 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop19h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/24$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/125:00 amRIC - IAD
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/136:35 amIAD - RIC
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$715

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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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Price

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/5

8:15 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/12

12:52 pm-1:54 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

$179

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/24

9:42 am-9:23 am

2 stops23h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/31

11:58 am-8:37 am

2 stops20h 39m

$274

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/24

4:57 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/27

8:31 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$307

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/12

5:00 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/13

6:35 am-5:23 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$715

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/2

4:17 pm-11:08 am

2 stops18h 51m

$124

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/8

6:55 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$144

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/9

9:28 am-4:23 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$202

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/26

4:48 pm-8:33 am

1 stop15h 45m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Dulles Intl

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 June 26, 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 38% 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 June 22, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Dulles Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 26, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to IAD are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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 June 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American 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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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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 14 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), Delta ($307), and American Airlines ($715) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users have found that United Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $186 and $202 on Allegiant Air and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider ANA (97%), Air Canada (94%) or Avianca (93%) 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 $1,145, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $154. When looking at the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Dulles Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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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