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Cheapest round-trip
$228
Typical prices: $326-$466
United Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
SDF - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $163-$358
Southwest
Sun 10/14
SDF - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 23% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Shortest trip • 3h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Richmond (SDF-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Richmond

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:54 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:33 pm - 8:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 27m1 stop Newark
$228United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 11:49 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:36 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 8:01 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 10:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 2:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$238Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 2:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 2:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$243Southwest
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 12:43 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Breeze Airways Logo
7:59 pm - 7:40 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 41m1 stop Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
10:03 pm - 9:45 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
11h 42m2 stops Hartford Bradley Intl Pittsburgh
$258Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:27 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 5:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 12:13 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:21 am - 12:08 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 47m1 stop Philadelphia
$351American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 8:19 amSDF  Louisville Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 12:08 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$354American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Richmond start at $228. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $326 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $228 on United Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Richmond, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 90% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Richmond?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Richmond at $290 round-trip.
•December ($511) and February ($466) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Louisville to Richmond flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Louisville to Richmond

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

    Flights from Louisville to Richmond usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 4% 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 Louisville to Richmond?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the Louisville to Richmond route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $718, a difference of $392. 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 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 Louisville to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 461 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $228 to $1,199. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 51m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 3h 52m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • 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 Louisville to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Richmond range from $326 to $466, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Louisville 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $326 - about $392 less than Monday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Richmond trip for April. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $221 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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