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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $358-$508
Delta
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
RIC - MEM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $213-$390
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
RIC - MEM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Memphis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $388 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Memphis (RIC-MEM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Memphis

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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5:40 am - 9:22 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:11 pm - 10:16 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 9:22 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:35 am - 2:02 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
5:23 pm - 10:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
6h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:52 pm - 11:01 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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4:40 pm - 10:10 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$309Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:51 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 51m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:36 am - 4:04 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 10:50 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
5h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 10:10 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$314Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:45 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:15 am - 7:00 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$314United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
7:23 pm - 10:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:16 am - 10:27 amMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$353American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
7:41 pm - 11:15 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:42 pm - 8:34 pmMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 12:13 amMEM  Memphis-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Memphis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Richmond to Memphis with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Memphis start at $309. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309 on Delta.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Memphis, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Memphis?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Memphis at $353 round-trip.
  • February ($516) and November ($482) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Memphis flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$137
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Flight from Richmond to Memphis

When to book flights from Richmond to Memphis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Memphis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Richmond to Memphis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Richmond to Memphis usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Memphis (MEM).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Richmond to Memphis route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $360 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $447: a $87 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Memphis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Memphis are Beale Street, Graceland and FedEx Forum. These are among the most viewed places in Memphis on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Memphis?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Memphis takes 0h 00m, covering 724 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond to Memphis?

    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 Memphis 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 $309 to $968. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Memphis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 57% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 26m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 40m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Memphis?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Memphis Airport (MEM)?

    Memphis Airport (MEM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Memphis range from $358 to $508, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Memphis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $360 - about $87 less than Tuesday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Memphis trip for January. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $163 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Memphis Airport.
    - Colonial Inn & Suites /Airport/Graceland
    - Knights Inn Memphis
    - Budget Host Inn & Suites Memphis

Everything you need to know for your flight from Richmond to Memphis

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Richmond (RIC)
Memphis (MEM)