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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $316-$500
United Airlines
Wed 10/17Sun 10/21
RIC - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$116
Typical prices: $163-$313
Frontier
Fri 10/5
RIC - PIT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Pittsburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 25% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $174 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Pittsburgh (RIC-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Pittsburgh

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
4:57 pm - 9:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 34m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 12:18 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 13m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$239Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:02 pm - 10:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 51m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:01 pm - 11:42 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 41m1 stop Newark
$239United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 9:05 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$239Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 3:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 9:05 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$239Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 2:35 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$244Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:30 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
6:43 am - 12:34 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 51m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$254American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
6:14 am - 10:58 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 44m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 9:41 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 08m1 stop Philadelphia
$270American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 11:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 11:42 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 22m1 stop Newark
$270United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:36 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 9:05 amPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$309United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:30 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 amPIT  Pittsburgh-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 40m1 stop Philadelphia
$323American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Pittsburgh flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Pittsburgh start at $239. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $316 to $500. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $239 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Pittsburgh, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 64% 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 Pittsburgh?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Pittsburgh at $267 round-trip.
•January ($607) and May ($561) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 127% 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 Pittsburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$116
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 70% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

    Flights from Richmond to Pittsburgh usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Richmond to Pittsburgh route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $326 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $586: a $260 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, David L Lawrence Convention Center and PPG Paints Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Pittsburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Pittsburgh takes 0h 00m, covering 259 miles.

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

    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 Pittsburgh 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 $239 to $1,349. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $162, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 16m, compared with 3h 45m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 3h 59m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Pittsburgh range from $316 to $500, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $316 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Pittsburgh 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 $326 - about $260 less than Tuesday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Pittsburgh trip for December. Fares historically average $267 round-trip in that month - typically $340 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pittsburgh Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

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