Travelling from Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
Your FAT to RIC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between FAT and RIC include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
$259 is the best price for a one-way Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport flight. A return flight starts at $592. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FAT to RIC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from FAT to RIC.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT)
FAT is located at 5175 E. Clinton Way.
Fresno Yosemite Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from FAT land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Fresno to Fresno Yosemite Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near FAT? If you've booked an early flight from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
If you're coming in on a late Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near RIC:
Pick up a Richmond Airport rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Richmond Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
From Richmond Airport, Richmond is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Richmond in March.
When reserving your flight from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Richmond Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FAT to RIC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Richmond, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.
