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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $430. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Richmond.$367 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albany on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From $367, select.
Richmond.$430 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.
Richmond.$518 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From $518, select.
Richmond.$583 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From $583, select.
Richmond.$674 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From $674, select.

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Albany to Richmond: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Albany to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to Richmond is $367. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Albany to Richmond. But we found flights with one or more stops from $367.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Albany to Richmond.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to Richmond is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Albany Airport and Richmond Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Flying from Albany Airport (ALB) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know

  • Leave enough time to make your ALB to RIC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ALB and RIC:

    • New York Newark Airport

    • New York LaGuardia Airport

    • Washington Dulles Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Richmond Airport (RIC)

  • $167 is the lowest price for a one-way Albany Airport to Richmond Airport flight. A return flight starts from $367. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ALB to RIC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ALB to RIC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)

  • You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.

  • 76% of flights that leave from Albany Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Albany Airport from central Albany, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to ALB? If you're boarding an early flight from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)

  • If you're arriving on a late Albany Airport to Richmond Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near RIC:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Richmond Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Richmond's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your ride from Richmond Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond

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

  • Richmond Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Richmond. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Albany Airport to Richmond Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

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

  • January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALB to RIC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • Richmond is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.

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