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Cheapest round-trip
$244
Typical prices: $286-$516
Frontier
Sun 10/7Thu 10/11
CMH - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $151-$310
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/18
CMH - RIC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 34% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $214 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Richmond (CMH-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Richmond

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Frontier Logo
9:16 pm - 3:05 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
17h 49m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
3:50 pm - 8:24 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
16h 34m1 stop Orlando
$244Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16
Breeze Airways Logo
10:58 am - 7:40 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 42m1 stop Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
9:26 pm - 8:29 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
11h 03m1 stop Charleston
$259Breeze Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16
Breeze Airways Logo
10:58 am - 7:40 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 42m1 stop Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
9:26 pm - 8:29 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
11h 03m1 stop Charleston
$265Breeze Airways
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:31 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 11:37 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 58m1 stop Philadelphia
$279American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
10:40 am - 4:04 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 6:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
4h 31m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$279Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8
Delta Logo
11:11 am - 4:55 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 44m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:24 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$279Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 9
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 40m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 12:21 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$294American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
10:36 am - 1:44 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
3h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$333United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 40m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:23 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
3h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$333American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 12:53 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond start at $244. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $286 to $516. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $244 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond at $240 round-trip.
  • February ($656) and January ($509) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 173% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Richmond flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$137
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 79% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond

When to book flights from Columbus to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Richmond?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% 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 Columbus Airport to Richmond?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Columbus Airport to Richmond route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $272 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $190. 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 popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Downtown Richmond, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Hippodrome Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 346 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport 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 $244 to $1,223. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 28m, compared with 4h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 05m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • 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 Columbus Airport to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond range from $286 to $516, with an average of $366 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $272 - about $190 less than Monday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Richmond trip for November. Fares historically average $240 round-trip in that month - typically $416 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbus to Richmond

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbus (CMH)
Richmond (RIC)