Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JAX to RIC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Breeze Airways has direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Richmond — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Breeze Airways on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JAX and RIC:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Jacksonville International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near JAX? If you're catching an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
Book a hotel close to RIC if you're on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Richmond Airport rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Richmond Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Richmond based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JAX to RIC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Richmond has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
