Travelling from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIE to RIC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Richmond (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with Allegiant Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport.
Allegiant Air tops the list for bookings on this route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier that operates PIE to RIC flights, with 74.29% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Minneapolis St Paul Airport is a popular stop between PIE and RIC.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport flight is $64. A return plane ticket is currently $156. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PIE to RIC, book your trip two months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PIE to RIC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport.
Handy information about St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
77% of flights that take off from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Tampa to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PIE. Whether you've booked an early flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
If you have a late St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near RIC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Richmond Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Richmond's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Richmond Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
The street address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Richmond. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The quietest month for a flight from St. Pete–Clearwater 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Richmond Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PIE to RIC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Richmond has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a trip 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 there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
