Flying from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) taking off from either of these.
Washington DC and Richmond (where Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to RIC.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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76.44% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to catch a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) plane tickets can be booked from here.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to RIC out of IAD. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
United Airlines attracts the most bookings on the IAD to RIC route.
The top carrier for punctuality is United Airlines. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flights arrive as planned 75.32% of the time.
IAD is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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74.39% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Begin your journey at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and fly straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from here.
Get ready for takeoff with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to RIC plane tickets from BWI.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BWI and RIC is Southwest Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 73.55% of the time.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kms (30 miles) away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
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Flights departing from BWI touch down at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
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RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Central Richmond is about 7 miles from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
At the moment, £36 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). The cheapest price for a return flight is £72. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to RIC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC). Visit Richmond in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Washington DC to RIC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Richmond
Start your Richmond trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Richmond wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Richmond, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 209 kms (130 miles) north to Baltimore to tick off its top attractions. From Baltimore Aquarium to National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kms (100 miles) north of Richmond, Washington DC is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.