Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to Richmond?

Flights from Oakland to Richmond usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to Richmond pass through?

Connecting flights from Oakland to Richmond most commonly pass through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 93% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Oakland to Richmond. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $472 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,282, a difference of $810. 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 Oakland to Richmond?

A nonstop flight from Oakland to Richmond takes 00m, covering 2,432 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 are flight prices from Oakland to Richmond looking right now?

One-way fares from Oakland to Richmond are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $348, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 18m, compared with 9h 35m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

What is the time difference between Oakland and Richmond?

Richmond is 3 hours ahead of Oakland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 Oakland to Richmond flight?

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Richmond range from $467 to $646, with an average of $538 over the past 12 months. Anything below $467 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Richmond typically range from $467 to $646. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Richmond. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 138% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Oakland to Richmond?

Southwest ($344) and Delta ($349) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Oakland to Richmond according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Oakland to Richmond?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the Oakland to Richmond route. 93% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Oakland to Richmond?

Flights via Chicago Midway (MDW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $538. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Oakland to Richmond which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Oakland to Richmond layovers at 5h 07m over the past 3 months.

$285 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Oakland to Richmond (OAK - RIC)

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Cheapest round-trip

$344

Typical prices: $467-$646

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Sat 11/10Sat 11/17

OAK - RIC • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$285

Typical prices: $194-$345

Southwest

Fri 11/23

OAK - RIC • 1 stop

Nonstop flights

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There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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February

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Top layover airports

Chicago Midway (MDW)

Cheapest • Avg $538 (round-trip)

Denver Intl (DEN)

Shortest trip • 8h 18m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Richmond

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

7:55 am - 9:20 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington

7:05 am - 12:45 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

8h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$344Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

7:55 am - 9:20 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington

7:05 am - 2:40 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

10h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$349Southwest

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7

5:02 pm - 11:42 amOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:10 am - 4:22 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

12h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$349Delta

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

5:02 pm - 11:42 amOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:10 am - 4:22 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

12h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$349Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7

5:02 pm - 11:42 amOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:10 am - 4:22 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

12h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$349Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

5:02 pm - 11:42 amOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City New York John F Kennedy Intl

3:07 pm - 11:56 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

11h 49m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$349Delta

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

11:50 pm - 4:00 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

13h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:05 am - 12:45 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

8h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$367Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

7:55 am - 9:20 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington

3:55 pm - 12:20 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

11h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$419Southwest

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

9:25 am - 10:10 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

9h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington

3:25 pm - 10:10 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

9h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$422Southwest

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

9:25 am - 10:10 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

9h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington

4:50 pm - 11:20 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

9h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$427Southwest

Recent last minute flight deals from Oakland to Richmond

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

9:15 am - 9:20 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

6:15 am - 1:10 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

9h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Portland

$691Southwest

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

11:55 pm - 2:50 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:15 am - 1:10 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

9h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Portland

$692Southwest

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

11:55 pm - 2:50 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:50 am - 12:40 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland

7h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

$765Southwest

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

5:05 am - 5:20 pmOAK Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl