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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $394-$560
Delta
Sun 11/11Wed 11/14
RIC - SLC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$166
Typical prices: $200-$367
Delta
Fri 1/5
RIC - SLC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Salt Lake City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 10% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $422 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 6h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City (RIC-SLC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Salt Lake City

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:00 am - 12:04 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:04 am - 7:01 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$331Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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5:00 pm - 10:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:45 pm - 11:36 amSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 51m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$331Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:24 pm - 11:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:54 pm - 11:01 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$331American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:32 pm - 10:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:31 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 10:15 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:55 am - 4:10 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$331Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 11:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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12:15 pm - 9:25 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$331Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:25 am - 4:44 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$408United Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
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6:10 am - 11:33 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:29 am - 8:42 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 13m1 stop Newark
$414United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 1:02 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
29h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 8:19 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
19h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$425Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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5:51 pm - 3:21 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
23h 30m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:29 pm - 8:19 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
19h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$428Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Salt Lake City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City start at $331. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $394 to $560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Salt Lake City?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Salt Lake City, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% 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 Salt Lake City?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Salt Lake City at $422 round-trip.
  • March ($535) and December ($498) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Richmond to Salt Lake City the cheapest?

Flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Richmond to Salt Lake City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$166
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Richmond to Salt Lake City

When to book flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?

    Flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    One-stop flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Richmond to Salt Lake City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $430 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $76. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Salt Lake City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Salt Lake City are Salt Palace Convention Center, The University of Utah and Vivint Smart Home Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Salt Lake City on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Richmond to Salt Lake City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 43% above the route average of $471. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Salt Lake City?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Salt Lake City takes 0h 00m, covering 1,858 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond to Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake 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 $331 to $2,708. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Richmond to Salt Lake City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Richmond to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $171, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 41m, compared with 7h 04m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Salt Lake City?

    Salt Lake City is 2 hours behind Richmond (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)?

    Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Fox
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · NU Car
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Salt Lake City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Salt Lake City range from $394 to $560, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Salt Lake City 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $430 - about $76 less than Sunday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Salt Lake City trip for April. Fares historically average $422 round-trip in that month - typically $113 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Salt Lake City Airport.
    - Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City Airport
    - Holiday Inn & Suites Salt Lake City-Airport West By IHG

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