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Cheapest round-trip
$216
Typical prices: $308-$569
Frontier
Mon 12/10Fri 12/14
IND - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$114
Typical prices: $176-$398
Frontier
Sat 12/29
IND - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Indianapolis and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Richmond (IND-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Richmond

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:04 am - 1:04 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
26h 00m1 stop Orlando
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1:59 pm - 10:09 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
20h 10m1 stop Orlando
$216Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:04 am - 1:00 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
25h 56m1 stop Orlando
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1:59 pm - 10:09 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
20h 10m1 stop Orlando
$250Frontier
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 9:42 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:40 pm - 12:43 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
5:27 am - 10:29 amIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 02m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 6:01 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$265American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
Delta Logo
4:22 pm - 8:33 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:57 pm - 12:42 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:47 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 8:14 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
7h 14m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$265Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:48 amIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 pm - 11:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 24m1 stop Newark
$265United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
8:06 pm - 11:59 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:19 am - 12:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 11:40 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:05 am - 12:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
6h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$270Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 6:45 pmIND  Indianapolis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 45m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 2:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-IND Indianapolis
3h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$365United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Richmond typically range from $308 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $216, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Richmond. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Richmond at $264 round-trip.
•March ($803) and April ($569) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 204% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Indianapolis to Richmond flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$114
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Richmond

When to book flights from Indianapolis to Richmond

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Richmond takes 00m, covering 508 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Richmond range from $308 to $569, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis 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 $216 to $1,112. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 45% 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 $73 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Indianapolis to Richmond usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Indianapolis to Richmond. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $455, a difference of $111.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 49m, compared with 3h 51m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 3h 57m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Indianapolis 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $344, about $111 less than Thursday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Richmond trip for November. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $539 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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

More options for your flight from Indianapolis to Richmond

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