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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $453-$563
United Airlines
Fri 2/2Tue 2/6
RIC - MBS • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $448 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Bay City (RIC-MBS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Bay City

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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12:29 pm - 8:34 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:10 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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5:30 pm - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:17 am - 2:44 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$490United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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5:30 pm - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:17 am - 2:44 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$503United Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
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6:00 am - 11:05 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
5h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 11:19 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$539Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
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1:00 pm - 10:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 26m2 stops New York LaGuardia Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 11:19 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$549Delta
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 am - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
17h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:10 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$569United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 am - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
17h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:10 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$589United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 am - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
17h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 10:10 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$619United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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6:30 am - 11:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
17h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:10 am - 11:05 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$655United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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6:20 am - 11:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
17h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 1:52 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$665United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Bay City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Bay City start at $439. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $453 to $563. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439 on United Airlines.

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When to book flights from Richmond to Bay City

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Your Richmond to Bay City flight questions, answered

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

    Flights from Richmond to Bay City usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Richmond to Bay City.

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

    Connecting flights from Richmond to Bay City most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Richmond to Bay City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $563, a difference of $170. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Bay City?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 58m and 6h 15m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond to Bay City?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond to Bay City 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 $439 to $1,377. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 6h 15m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

    Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Avis

Your guide to booking Richmond to Bay City flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $393 - about $170 less than Thursday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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