MSP - RIC

$122 Find Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Richmond - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $369-$608
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Wed 12/5
MSP - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $301-$630
Delta
Fri 3/16Wed 3/21
MSP - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 43m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 68% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 48% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $345 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 53m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Richmond!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Richmond (MSP-RIC)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Richmond

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:23 am - 12:17 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 11:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$291American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 10:23 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 12:26 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291American Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 3:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 9:13 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 16m1 stop Orlando
$301Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 4:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 1:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$311Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 4:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 1:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$311Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 4:50 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 05m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 3:57 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$311United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 9:13 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
21h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 9:13 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 16m1 stop Orlando
$313Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 11:12 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:44 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$316United Airlines
Tue, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 21
Delta Logo
6:10 pm - 9:52 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 42mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:14 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 14mnonstop
$419Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
8:14 pm - 12:05 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 51mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:18 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
3h 18mnonstop
$419Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Richmond?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Richmond typically range from $369 to $608. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Richmond. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 58% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Richmond at $238 round-trip.
•March ($590) and September ($589) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Richmond the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Richmond are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 68% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Richmond

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Sun Country Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Minneapolis to Richmond flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$122
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Minneapolis to Richmond

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Richmond based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Minneapolis to Richmond flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to Richmond?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Richmond:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 3:28 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:14 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 43m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Richmond takes 2h 43m, covering 967 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Richmond range from $369 to $608, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Richmond flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 79% above the $458 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Minneapolis to Richmond?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $345 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $444 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Richmond?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to Richmond spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Richmond flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis 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 $291 to $1,168. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Richmond flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to Richmond route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $224, which is 26% 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 $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Richmond usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Minneapolis to Richmond. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $727, a difference of $309.

    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 airlines fly from Minneapolis to Richmond?

    Only Delta operates flights between Minneapolis and Richmond.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 5h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 05m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Richmond?

    Richmond is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to Richmond flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Richmond flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis 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 First Class

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

Your guide to booking Minneapolis 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 Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $418, about $309 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 68% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Richmond trip for July. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $352 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $345 round-trip on this route - about $98 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 Minneapolis to Richmond?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul 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

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Minneapolis to Richmond

Complete your trip to Richmond with a hotel stay or car rental