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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Richmond to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 2:51 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 2:51 pm.

The flight takes about 6h 26m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Richmond to San Francisco takes 6h 26m, covering 2,442 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Richmond to San Francisco range from $356 to $580, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $453 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $343 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to $417 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

One-way fares from Richmond to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $158, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Richmond to San Francisco usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Richmond to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $198.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Richmond and San Francisco.

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 7h 52m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 59m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

San Francisco is 3 hours behind Richmond (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Richmond to San Francisco flights:

• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Economy passengers on Breeze Airways flights from Richmond to San Francisco can purchase snacks and beverages. In-flight entertainment includes free movies and TV shows that can be streamed on personal electronic devices. Standard seat assignment is included in the ticket price for BreezeCorp and Federal Government fares.