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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Richmond to Austin takes 00m, covering 1,268 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 Austin range from $361 to $538, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $361 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 74% above the $427 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $262 to $1,316. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Richmond to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $156, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Easirent

Flights from Richmond to Austin usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 6% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Richmond to Austin. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $411 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $495, a difference of $84.

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

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 5h 26m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 26m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

If you want to get a massage before leaving AUS, you're in luck because the airport has two massage parlors. One is near Gate 7 on the Barbara Jordan Terminal, and the other is beneath the stairwell across from Gate 13. You can expect quality service at either of the parlors, as they both have skilled professionals.

If you are a serving member of the US forces or a family member of one, you can use the USO Lounge at RIC while waiting for your flight to AUS. This lounge, located on the lower level of the terminal building to the left of the escalators, has comfortable seating, high-speed internet, a flat-screen TV with a large movie library, and excellent service.

While at AUS, you can visit the Family Viewing Area to observe planes take off and land at the airport. The observation area, located opposite the runway, east of the airport's entrance, features a seating area, picnic tables, and paved parking.

The Visitor Information Center, located on the lower levels of the main terminal, does have information desks. If you require assistance or information while at the airport, make your way to the Information Center, where you will be assisted by experienced staff.