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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $249-$378
Delta
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
CAE - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$283
Typical prices: $227-$317
United Airlines
Sat 11/3
CAE - RIC • 1 stop
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $190 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Richmond (CAE-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Richmond

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:40 am - 10:04 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 10:43 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:40 am - 11:49 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 9:30 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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5:40 am - 10:04 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 9:22 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 15
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5:59 pm - 12:43 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:12 am - 5:14 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 12:13 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 10:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$329American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 9:31 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:42 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 12:13 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 10:33 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:28 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:52 am - 3:08 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
12:21 pm - 6:13 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 52m1 stop Newark
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10:29 am - 5:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:19 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:27 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$383American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Richmond start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $249 to $378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Richmond?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Richmond, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 193% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Richmond flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$283
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 24% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia 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 Columbia to Richmond flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Columbia to Richmond usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Columbia to Richmond route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 72%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $254 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $876: a $622 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

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

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Richmond?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Richmond. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 33m and 23h 01m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia 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 $319 to $1,485. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Richmond are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $384, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 33m, compared with 3h 41m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 3h 42m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Richmond range from $249 to $378, with an average of $298 over the past 12 months. Anything below $249 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Richmond flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $254 - about $622 less than Monday (71% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Richmond trip for September. Fares historically average $228 round-trip in that month - typically $384 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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

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