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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $419-$819
Frontier
Fri 12/7Sun 12/9
CLT - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$281
Typical prices: $424-$821
American Airlines
Sun 11/25Tue 11/27
CLT - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 16m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 53% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $211 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Richmond (CLT-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to Richmond

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 1:04 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 59m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 11:49 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 50m1 stop Orlando
$215Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 1:00 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 55m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 11:49 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 50m1 stop Orlando
$245Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:16 pm - 6:41 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 11:49 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 50m1 stop Orlando
$255Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 1:04 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 59m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 1:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
17h 46m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$262Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 2:34 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 34m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
3:29 pm - 12:34 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 05m1 stop Orlando
$280Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:27 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 12mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 7:39 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 29mnonstop
$281American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 1:00 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 55m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 1:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
16h 37m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$290Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 11:15 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 9:57 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
3h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$301United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:58 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 53m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:22 am - 12:53 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
14h 31m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$305Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:27 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 12mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 6:20 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 20mnonstop
$395American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Charlotte to Richmond flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Richmond?

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Richmond typically range from $419 to $819. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $215, on Frontier.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Richmond?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Richmond at $249 round-trip.
•September ($907) and February ($819) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 264% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Charlotte to Richmond flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$121
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charlotte to Richmond

When to book flights from Charlotte to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to Richmond based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Charlotte to Richmond flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Charlotte to Richmond?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Charlotte to Richmond:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 8:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:08 pm and lands at 12:24 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 16m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charlotte to Richmond?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Charlotte to Richmond.

  • How long is a flight from Charlotte to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Charlotte to Richmond takes 1h 16m, covering 256 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlotte to Richmond?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Charlotte to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Richmond range from $419 to $819, with an average of $529 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Charlotte to Richmond?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $211 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $533 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Charlotte to Richmond?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Charlotte to Richmond?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Charlotte to Richmond spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Charlotte to Richmond flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 16%.

  • Have flight prices from Charlotte to Richmond changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $215 to $1,425. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Charlotte to Richmond flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Charlotte to Richmond route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Charlotte to Richmond looking right now?

    One-way fares from Charlotte to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 60% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charlotte to Richmond?

    Flights from Charlotte to Richmond usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charlotte to Richmond pass through?

    One-stop flights from Charlotte to Richmond most commonly connect through:

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charlotte to Richmond?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Charlotte to Richmond. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $419 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $887, a difference of $468.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Charlotte to Richmond?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Charlotte and Richmond.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charlotte to Richmond?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 21m, compared with 3h 46m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 18h 37m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, St. John's Episcopal Church and Black History Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Charlotte to Richmond flights?

    Among airlines operating Charlotte to Richmond flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Charlotte to Richmond flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Charlotte to Richmond flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $419, about $468 less than Monday fares (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to Richmond trip for April. Fares historically average $249 round-trip in that month - typically $658 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $211 round-trip on this route - about $322 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    • Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

Prefer to fly direct from Charlotte to Richmond?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Charlotte Douglas to Richmond Byrd Intl

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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