Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Richmond and Jacksonville are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your RIC to JAX flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Breeze Airways has direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Jacksonville — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Breeze Airways on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIC and JAX:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Currently, £61 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £114. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIC to JAX.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near RIC:
Arriving at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JAX if you're on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Jacksonville International Airport rental car and discover Jacksonville and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Jacksonville International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport is roughly 14 miles from central Jacksonville. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Jacksonville. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Jacksonville is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Jacksonville International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to JAX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 290 miles north-west of Jacksonville, a trip to Atlanta will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.
Tampa is another well-known destination in United States and is around 170 miles south of Jacksonville. No trip is complete without a visit to Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
