Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles to Richmond

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Richmond flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Richmond

Washington Dulles to Richmond: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Richmond below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Richmond.

Washington D.C. to Richmond: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found157 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time59 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week133

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Richmond is 157 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
59 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Richmond.
United, GoJet Airlines and CommutAir fly direct from Washington Dulles to Richmond.
As of April 2025, there are 133 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Richmond.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Richmond is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Richmond Airport on Thursday, 3 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Richmond but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Richmond is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IAD to RIC flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • United Airlines is your gateway to exploring Richmond (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) offered by this popular airline.

  • United Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • With 75.32% of its services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering IAD to RIC flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and RIC:

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • LaGuardia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • 179 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. A return flight starts from 157 €. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • To find cheap tickets from IAD to RIC, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IAD to RIC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to IAD:

Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond

  • The street address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Richmond. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes around 2 hours 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Richmond is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IAD to RIC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Richmond is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No trip is complete without visiting Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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