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$49+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(FlightHub)

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/136:25 amRIC - BWI
Nonstop0h 45mSouthwest
jue. 3/2010:10 amBWI - RIC
Nonstop0h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/13$117
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/134:41 pmRIC - BWI
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
jue. 3/206:16 pmBWI - RIC
1 stop5h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/13$129
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
sáb. 3/88:19 pmRIC - IAD
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
dom. 3/912:55 pmIAD - RIC
Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$239
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/157:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop8h 04mJetBlue
vie. 3/216:30 pmDCA - RIC
1 stop4h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 2/13$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
jue. 6/56:00 amRIC - DCA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
dom. 6/157:00 amDCA - RIC
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$259
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sáb. 3/89:16 pmRIC - IAD
2 stops20h 19mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/98:53 pmIAD - RIC
1 stop12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
vie. 2/286:15 amRIC - BWI
1 stop14h 57mUnited Airlines
mar. 3/410:51 amBWI - RIC
1 stop10h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,035

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Return

Price

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 3/13

6:25 am-7:10 am

Nonstop0h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 3/20

10:10 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$117

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 3/13

4:41 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 3/20

6:16 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$129

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 3/8

8:19 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/9

12:55 pm-1:52 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$239

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 3/15

7:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 3/21

6:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$245

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - DCA

RICDCA

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 3/13

8:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 3/20

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

$278

RichmondWashington, D.C.

RIC - IAD

RICIAD

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 3/8

9:16 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops20h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/9

8:53 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 22m

$300

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 2/28

6:15 am-9:12 pm

1 stop14h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 3/4

10:51 am-9:23 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$1,035

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 3/13

6:25 am-7:10 am

Nonstop0h 45m

$59

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 3/13

4:41 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$64

RichmondBaltimore

RIC - BWI

RICBWI

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 3/10

4:59 pm-11:43 am

2 stops18h 44m

$243

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 febrero 13, 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 44% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 febrero 13, 2025.

The most flights from RIC to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 febrero 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Washington, D.C., such as Southwest, Delta and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Steven,Feb 2025

BZN - DEN

Bozeman Airport knows how to deal with snow. I saw many airlines leave with only small delays due to the foot of snow. Our plane was 4 hours delayed. I missed my connection in Denver with a 3.5 hour layover. Because of that, the best you Southwest could do was make me wait more hours, them send me to Chicago Midway, where I had to wait overnight, for 7 more hours until a flight to RSW was available. Nobody at Southwest told me that Midway shuts down after 8pm. Everything was closed. I had no idea. You just dumped me there. I am a 65 year old man and you dumped me in Midway without even a couch to lie on. I was awake 21 hours because of this. No, it was not an act of God. Other airlines were moving passengers out. It was incompetence Shame on you.

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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 9 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.

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

    Southwest, at $117, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $59 and $243 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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: Austrian Airlines (86%), Copa Airlines (85%), ANA (84%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $132. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $177 on average our data indicates $1,310 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Richmond to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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