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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $389-$557
United Airlines
Tue 9/29Sat 10/3
RIC - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $156-$299
Frontier
Mon 9/28
RIC - SAN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and San Diego. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $334 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to San Diego (RIC-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Richmond to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to San Diego

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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10:38 am - 3:49 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:55 am - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$267United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
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4:55 pm - 9:24 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:40 am - 9:36 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 5:29 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:06 am - 10:10 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:15 pm - 12:10 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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10:40 pm - 2:35 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
$272Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
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4:25 pm - 11:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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6:55 am - 8:50 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$277Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
7:47 am - 12:34 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:30 am - 7:41 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:25 am - 6:19 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 54m1 stop San Francisco
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4:54 pm - 4:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
21h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$295Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:10 pm - 9:19 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 4:10 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$297Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
7:17 am - 12:25 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 6:08 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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8:25 am - 6:19 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
12h 54m1 stop San Francisco
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4:54 pm - 8:13 amSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
36h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Tampa
$307Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Richmond to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Richmond to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Richmond to San Diego departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Diego from Richmond usually cost between $310 and $607 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267 on United Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 15).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Richmond to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Richmond to San Diego is October, where tickets cost $408 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $588 and $570 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Richmond to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Richmond to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$128
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Richmond to San Diego

  • On which airline can I travel without being stuck in the middle seat?

    We recommend avoiding the middle seat when flying solo from RIC to SAN. Breeze Airways flies you in Embraer jet aircraft, with seats laid out in a 2-2 arrangement (two seats on each side of the aisle), so no seats are in the middle.

  • Which is the most family-friendly airline on this route?

    Frontier Airlines allows infants (less than 2 years old) to fly for free on their parent’s lap. They also have a ‘Kids Fly Free’ program for children between 2 and 14 years. Also, save for your family travel with their club membership for nine people on your booking. Various games and collectible trading cards will keep your kids busy on board.

  • Can I fly with a large breed dog?

    Most airlines only accept small pets from 8 weeks old and service animals in the cabin, but American Airlines allows active US military personnel to travel with large dog breeds. As a military service member, you must be on an official order for your large breed dog to be checked as baggage. Your dog should be in a special crate.

  • How can I expedite my security checks at Richmond International Airport (RIC)?

    Airlines like United work with the government to help passengers move through the airport gates faster with programs such as TSA PreCheck, Mobile Passport Control (MPC), and Global Entry. Considering RIC is a busy airport with only two security checkpoints, so we recommend the TSA PreCheck option, which grants you a Known Traveler Number to access a shorter screening lane. You don’t have to remove your belts, shoes, or laptops from briefcases.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Richmond to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Richmond to San Diego was $128 for a one-way ticket and $267 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Richmond and San Diego?

    A passport is not required to fly from Richmond to San Diego.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Richmond to San Diego?

    On your way to San Diego, you’ll fly out from Richmond Byrd Intl. You’ll be landing at San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Richmond to San Diego?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Richmond and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to San Diego from Richmond?

    Charlotte is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Richmond to San Diego.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Richmond to San Diego, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Richmond to San Diego are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $519 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $525 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Richmond to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Richmond to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Richmond is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Richmond to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Richmond with another airline. Booking your flights between Richmond and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Richmond to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Richmond up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Richmond to San Diego

  • Flights from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) have at least one layover – Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) being the most popular on Spirit Airlines, Breeze Airways, and Frontier. United and American Airlines stop at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Sun Country Air changes planes twice – once at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and once at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
  • The flight upgrade system of Spirit Airlines uses a pay-as-you-go model. To upgrade to a larger seat or Big Front Seat, you must buy extra personalized services before your flight. If you are a frequent flyer with an elite status (Gold or Silver), you are eligible for a free upgrade to the exit row. As a Gold member, select a free exit seat when booking, but as a Silver member, wait until three hours before departure (subject to availability).
  • Take note of Southwest Airlines’ unconventional boarding process: first-come, first-serve. Arrive at the check-in with your group on time to sit together without additional costs. Your boarding slot depends on your check-in time, which you can do online no later than 24 hours before departure. However, A-List members and EarlyBird Check-In subscribers are automatically assigned a seat 36 hours before the flight.
  • When unsure about your flight date and time, we recommend buying a changeable or refundable airfare. JetBlue excels in offering budget-friendly flight options on the route RIC-SAN. Most of their fare tiers (Blue, Blue Plus, Blue Extra, and Mint) allow you to change or cancel flights at no extra fee, except for the Blue Basic.
  • When taking the route RIC-MSP-LAS-SAN on a Sun Country Air, you can relax at the Escape Lounge inside the Lindbergh Terminal 1 of MSP airport (between concourses E and F post-security). Use your Amex Platinum card for free access.

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