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$59+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — WAS
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/210:05 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:24 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/28:17 amBWI - RIC
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$636
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/314:15 pmRIC - BWI
Nonstop0h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/210:45 pmBWI - RIC
Nonstop0h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$705
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 amRIC - IAD
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:35 amIAD - RIC
1 stop25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$708
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:25 pmRIC - IAD
2 stops15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/29:58 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$849

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 December 31, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

Good round-trip deal

$342 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/24

3:30 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$152

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

8:35 am-2:29 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

11:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$159

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/22

2:24 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$159

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/30

8:35 am-2:29 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$159

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/22

8:20 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/25

7:52 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$161

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/23

8:20 am-10:44 am

2 stops26h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/1

9:18 am-11:55 am

1 stop26h 37m

$170

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

8:20 am-11:36 pm

1 stop15h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/30

4:01 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$175

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

10:51 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/9

10:08 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/22

7:54 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/25

8:30 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$179

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

12:45 pm-1:49 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$179

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. (average of $87). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 31, 2025.

When flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C., 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 45% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

Explore weekly flight availability from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. 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 December 31, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

The best insider tips for Richmond to Washington, D.C. flights

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Brussels Airlines

Light fares include a carry-on bag only; no rebooking or refunds allowed.


Flex tickets offer priority boarding and free rebooking.

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United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated December 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C., such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,124 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,124 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,124 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. On average, Byrd Intl has 13 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 2 airlines. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like JetBlue and United Airlines fly from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 07m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 54m. Richmond and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 100 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to Washington, D.C.?

    Most travelers choose Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Richmond Byrd Intl - Baltimore/Washington or Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Richmond to Washington, D.C..

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Richmond to Washington, D.C. on time: Mesa Airlines (100%), GoJet (83%), Copa Airlines (80%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $122. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $179 on average, our data indicates $837 when flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. (average of $87). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C.. 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 December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$114Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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