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Cheapest round-trip
$148
Typical prices: $160-$306
Frontier
Sun 12/9Fri 12/21
MCO - RIC • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$61
Typical prices: $102-$213
Frontier
Tue 12/25
MCO - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with JetBlue, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 03m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 44% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $131 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Richmond (MCO-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to Richmond

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 21
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10:58 am - 1:04 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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12:57 pm - 3:16 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 19mnonstop
$148Frontier
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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9:56 am - 12:02 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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12:57 pm - 3:16 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 19mnonstop
$154Frontier
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:34 pm - 3:34 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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1:59 pm - 4:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 19mnonstop
$168Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:58 am - 1:04 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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4:24 pm - 6:43 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 19mnonstop
$183Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:45 pm - 10:47 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 02mnonstop
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4:24 pm - 6:43 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 19mnonstop
$185JetBlue
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5
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7:40 pm - 9:41 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 01mnonstop
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4:47 pm - 7:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 18mnonstop
$194JetBlue
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 11:01 pmMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 11:47 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
4h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$207American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:32 amMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 2:02 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
7h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$207American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 9:42 amMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:16 pm - 12:40 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:30 am - 11:41 amMCO  Orlando-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:16 pm - 10:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MCO Orlando
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Richmond flights

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond typically range from $160 to $306. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $148, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Richmond. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Richmond?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Richmond at $127 round-trip.
•June ($336) and May ($299) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 164% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% 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 Orlando to Richmond

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JetBlue

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Orlando Airport to Richmond flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$61
Beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to Richmond

When to book flights from Orlando to Richmond

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Your Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Orlando Airport to Richmond:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 10:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 10:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 03m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to Richmond takes about 2h 03m, covering 668 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Orlando Airport to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond range from $160 to $306, with an average of $227 over the past 12 months. Anything below $160 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Richmond flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $227 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $131 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $224 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Orlando Airport to Richmond flights are:

    • JetBlue: 81% on time
    • Frontier: 73% on time
    • Southwest: 71% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 78% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 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 Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

    Afternoon is most often the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Richmond flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, and evening flights for 25%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando 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 $148 to $1,190. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    JetBlue is typically the only airline on the Orlando Airport to Richmond route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $92, which is 40% 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 Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Orlando Airport to Richmond route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 15m.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $199 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $338, a difference of $139.

    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 Orlando Airport to Richmond?

    3 airlines currently operate flights between Orlando Airport and Richmond, you can choose from:

    • JetBlue
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 19m, compared with 4h 38m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 50m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Richmond flights?

    The following airlines offer free seat selection on this route:

    • JetBlue
    • Frontier
    • Southwest

    Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Orlando Airport to Richmond flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Orlando Airport to Richmond flights?

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

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Where can I drop off a passenger at Orlando Airport?

    People can be dropped off at the curbside, but cars cannot park there unless they are actively unloading luggage. You are also not allowed to leave a car unoccupied. For those who want to park after dropping off passengers, use the "Quick Park" ramp on sides A and B of the Main Terminal to enter the Garage Parking or follow the signs showing the Satellite Parking.

  • Can I use public transit to Orlando Airport?

    You can get on the SunRail Train, a commuter rail system that runs through Orlando. The Lynx bus service, which travels between Orlando International Airport and Sand Lake Road SunRail station, then connects the train to the airport. Travelers can purchase tickets online by logging onto the SunRail website.

  • Are rental cars available at Richmond Airport?

    Yes. Passengers who would like to rent a car at Richmond Airport can go to the ground level next to the main entrance, where they will find rental car centers. The rental car agencies that are authorized to provide these services at the airport are Alamo, Thrifty, Hertz, Dollar, Payless, Budget, and Avis.

  • Can I find a bus from Richmond Airport to downtown Richmond?

    Yes. Buses run by the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) from Richmond Airport to Downtown and depart from the airport station after every hour. Downtown Richmond is about 16 km from Richmond Airport, which takes approximately 47 min. Travelers can buy tickets at the airport station or on the GRTC website.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $199, about $139 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Richmond trip for February. Fares historically average $127 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with JetBlue. Over the past three months, 81% of JetBlue flights from Orlando Airport to Richmond arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 77%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 15m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $131 round-trip on this route - about $93 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
  • Orlando Airport (MCO) provides free Wi-Fi to its travelers. Internet kiosks are also available at the airside for those who don't have a mobile device near the airport gates and on Level 3. You can recharge your mobile device in the Airside 3 and Airside 4 near the gates.
  • Travelers at Orlando Airport can traverse the airport free of their bags because Hold My Luggage offers services for storing, picking up and delivering, and transporting luggage. The offices are located on the B-Sid on Level 1. Luggage Wrapping is located on the A-Side in Level 1 and is offered by Wrap N' Fly.
  • Animal owners at Orlando Airport can find pet relief areas on Level 2 of both terminals. They are located on the east side of Gate A as you exit the building and to the far west side of Side B. Owners are asked to always have their pets on a leash or in kennels when moving across the terminal.
  • If you'd like to catch up on some business when you arrive at Richmond Airport (RIC), you can access the work areas, which have free internet at the airport's business center for no extra charge. They are located on the Upper Level.
  • For mothers who travel with an infant, there is a childcare room for breastfeeding on the Upper Levels of both Concourses at Richmond Airport. Mothers who prefer a more private room for pumping can use the lactation rooms next to Gate A2.

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

Direct departures

Orlando to Richmond Byrd Intl

Monday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Tuesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Thursday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Orlando

Monday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Tuesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Thursday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

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