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      Flight deals from Sacramento International to Richmond

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $510. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Richmond.$510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.
      Richmond.$510 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.
      Richmond.$523 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.
      Richmond.$526 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.
      Richmond.$601 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $601, select.

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      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Richmond flights are currently cheapest in September.
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      Sacramento International to Richmond: Alternative routes

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

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      Sacramento to Richmond: Flight information

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      Cheapest flight found$510
      Cheapest month to flyFebruary

      Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Richmond is $510. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sacramento International to Richmond. But we found flights with one or more stops from $510.
      As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Sacramento International to Richmond.
      The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Richmond is usually February.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport on Wednesday, 10 February 2027.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sacramento International Airport and Richmond Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

      Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know

      • Your SMF to RIC flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

      • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in 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.

      • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SMF and RIC include:

        • Denver International Airport

        • Minneapolis St Paul Airport

        • Harry Reid International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Richmond Airport (RIC)

      • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport flight is $255. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $510. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to RIC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

      • Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.

      • Finding cheap flights from SMF to RIC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

      • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

      • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

      • 81% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from SMF.

      • Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.

      • Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport, take a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short drive from SMF.

      Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)

      • If you're landing on a late Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near RIC:

      • Begin your adventure by picking up a Richmond Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Richmond and beyond.

      • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Richmond Airport around one week ahead.

      When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

      • Lock in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Richmond Airport for July if you'd like to go to Richmond during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from SMF to RIC in January if you like travelling 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 plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.

      • Philadelphia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No journey is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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