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

• Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 6:56 am
• Latest: departs at 7:57 pm and lands at 9:48 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 51m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Richmond to Atlanta takes 1h 51m, covering 480 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Atlanta range from $273 to $459, with an average of $355 over the past 12 months. Anything below $273 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the $355 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $184 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $364 for nonstop.

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.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Richmond to Atlanta flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $299 to $934. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Richmond to Atlanta flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Richmond to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $194, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Hertz
• Europcar
• Ace
• Dollar

Flights from Richmond to Atlanta usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Richmond to Atlanta. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $319 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $517, a difference of $198.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Delta operates flights between Richmond and Atlanta.

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 3h 52m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 13m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Richmond to Atlanta flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: 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.

Delta and Southwest are among the carriers that operate non-stop flights from RIC to ATL. American Airlines and United Airlines are among the carriers that operate flights with one-stop between RIC and ATL. Layover cities include Charlotte-CLT, Washington D.C. (IAD), and Philadelphia (PHL).

RIC provides affordable and convenient economy parking for people who need to park long-term. This lot is on airport grounds, less than a mile from the terminal. You do not need a reservation and shuttles operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week in order to get passengers from the Economy Parking to their terminals.

Yes. The USO welcomes active duty military personnel, retired military personnel, reservists, merchant marines, National Guard members, and the dependents of all these people. The USO is open every day from 8 am until 6 pm and is operated by volunteers. Military ID is required to enter. This lounge is located before security in the main terminal on the lower level.

RIC offers an Inter-faith Chapel located in the main terminal building on the lower level. This quiet, serene space welcomes everyone and the doors are always open. This chapel is meant as a peaceful space for reflection, sanctuary, and prayer. Passengers, visitors, and airport staff can feel free to come into this calm space whenever they need to re-center, focus, and relax.