Flying from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) that take off from this terminal.
The timezone in Richmond is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Seattle. Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Seattle to RIC.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to RIC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Pick up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) 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 around one week in advance of your Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Richmond. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is $267. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $535. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to RIC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC). August is the peak month for travel to Richmond. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.
Before locking in your Seattle to RIC flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Richmond
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Richmond:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Richmond itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Richmond. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Washington DC is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Richmond. No trip is complete without experiencing Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
