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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Richmond? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Richmond.$343 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.
Richmond.$385 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $385, select.
Richmond.$422 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $422, select.
Richmond.$422 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $422, select.
Richmond.$436 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
Richmond.$439 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Sat, 9 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.
Richmond.$464 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Richmond.$464 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond Airport

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Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Richmond

San Francisco International to Richmond: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Richmond below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Richmond.

San Francisco to Richmond: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$343
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Richmond is $343. 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.
5 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Richmond.
Breeze Airways flies direct from San Francisco International to Richmond.
As of June 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Richmond.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Richmond is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond Airport on Saturday, 23 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 14 minutes.
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, Breeze Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

  • To ensure you get on your SFO to RIC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Breeze Airways is your gateway to exploring Richmond (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) offered by this airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Breeze Airways on this route.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and RIC:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight is $137. A return plane ticket is currently $343. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to RIC.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to RIC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond

  • You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It'll take around 2 hours 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), consider the type 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 SFO to RIC sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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