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Cheapest round-trip
$245
Typical prices: $311-$557
Frontier
Sun 11/11Thu 11/15
CMH - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$123
Typical prices: $163-$358
Delta
Fri 11/30
CMH - RIC • 1 stop
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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December
Cheapest • 18% price drop
September
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 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Richmond (CMH-RIC)

 

Cheap flights from Columbus to Richmond with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:13 pm - 2:58 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 45m1 stop Orlando
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3:53 pm - 5:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
25h 25m1 stop Orlando
$245Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:13 pm - 2:58 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 45m1 stop Orlando
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3:53 pm - 5:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
25h 25m1 stop Orlando
$249Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:25 pm - 1:00 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
22h 35m1 stop Orlando
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1:59 pm - 9:38 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
19h 39m1 stop Orlando
$260Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 11:07 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 11:21 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 1:45 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:33 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$279United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 9:36 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 26m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 6:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
4h 31m1 stop Newark
$294United Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 4:25 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:08 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
7:40 pm - 11:33 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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1:00 pm - 7:17 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 17m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$319Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 3:51 pmCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 10:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
4h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$319Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 11:58 amCMH  Columbus-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 1:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines

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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond typically range from $311 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $245, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 148% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Richmond at $311 round-trip.
•February ($656) and September ($648) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% 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

$123
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond.

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Richmond takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond range from $311 to $557, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $311 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $196 to $1,170. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $252, which is 8% above 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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Columbus Airport to Richmond. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $346 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $947, a difference of $601.

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

  • 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 31m, compared with 3h 52m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 4h 05m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $346, about $601 less than Monday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Richmond trip for December. Fares historically average $311 round-trip in that month - typically $345 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.

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

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