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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $338-$519
JetBlue, Frontier
Wed 11/14Wed 11/21
DTW - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $340-$538
Delta
Sat 12/22Thu 1/11
DTW - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 44m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $285 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Richmond (DTW-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Richmond

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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4:10 pm - 11:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:27 am - 9:52 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 25m1 stop Orlando
$267Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:39 pm - 11:23 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 44m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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3:34 pm - 10:34 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$274JetBlue
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:46 am - 2:44 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 58m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:45 am - 4:49 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 04m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$274JetBlue
Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26
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3:50 pm - 10:39 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 49m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:00 am - 1:16 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 16m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$274JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:49 am - 8:13 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
22h 24m1 stop Tampa
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8:30 pm - 8:49 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 19m1 stop Tampa
$275Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:49 am - 8:13 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
22h 24m1 stop Tampa
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3:23 pm - 11:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 47m2 stops Jacksonville Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$310Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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9:40 pm - 11:26 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 46mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 6:47 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 47mnonstop
$419Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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9:32 pm - 11:19 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 47mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:50 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 50mnonstop
$419Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
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11:00 am - 4:39 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:20 pm - 10:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$509American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6
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1:32 pm - 7:42 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:23 pm - 9:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$509American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond at $279 round-trip.
  • March ($559) and July ($489) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Richmond

 
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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$105
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond

When to book flights from Detroit to Richmond

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Richmond.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $285 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to $436 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 6% 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $369 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $455, a difference of $86. 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 are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:20 am and lands at 12:04 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 11:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 44m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $413. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond takes 1h 44m, covering 456 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $267 to $873. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $188, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 27m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 37m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond range from $338 to $519, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $369 - about $86 less than Friday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond trip for January. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $280 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $285 round-trip on this route - about $152 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 Detroit to Richmond?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Richmond Byrd Intl

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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