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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $455-$798
Southwest
Fri 1/26Sun 1/28
RIC - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $253-$429
Delta
Sun 12/16
RIC - SJC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 36% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $536 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to San Jose (RIC-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to San Jose

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:05 am - 1:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
7h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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10:15 am - 8:40 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$369Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 7
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5:16 pm - 10:13 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:25 pm - 12:27 amSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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5:16 pm - 10:13 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 6:30 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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4:32 pm - 10:12 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
8h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:15 am - 9:42 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$374American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
9h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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10:15 am - 8:40 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$374Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
8h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:11 pm - 12:45 amSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$499United Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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2:02 pm - 10:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
11h 28m2 stops New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:08 am - 11:15 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$502American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
8h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:07 pm - 10:59 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$553United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
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8:58 am - 4:41 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
10h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:36 pm - 7:50 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
23h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$553Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
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8:58 am - 4:41 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SJC San Jose
10h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:25 pm - 7:50 pmSJC  San Jose-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
25h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$578Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to San Jose flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to San Jose typically range from $455 to $798. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to San Jose. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 66% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to San Jose?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to San Jose at $403 round-trip.
•July ($1,046) and February ($986) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 159% 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 San Jose flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$185
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 59% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to San Jose

When to book flights from Richmond to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to San Jose 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 San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to San Jose takes 00m, covering 2,422 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond to San Jose?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to San Jose range from $455 to $798, with an average of $631 over the past 12 months. Anything below $455 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond to San Jose 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 $369 to $2,291. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $235, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Richmond to San Jose. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $546 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,050, a difference of $504.

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

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 36m, compared with 7h 52m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 55m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and San Jose?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Richmond to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $546, about $504 less than Monday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to San Jose trip for August. Fares historically average $403 round-trip in that month - typically $643 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    • Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
    • Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport

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