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Cheapest round-trip
$323
Typical prices: $386-$605
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Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
SAN - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $203-$368
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/8
SAN - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $219 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 7h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Richmond (SAN-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Richmond

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:51 pm - 8:46 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
21h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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9:41 am - 6:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
11h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$323Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:51 pm - 8:46 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
21h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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5:20 pm - 8:02 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
17h 42m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$323Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:55 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:33 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 7:04 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:00 am - 12:12 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$331Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:59 am - 11:29 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:59 pm - 11:57 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 58m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$331Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 9:42 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 11:21 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$336United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 10:50 amSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
14h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:10 am - 2:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
11h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$347Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 12:45 amSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:27 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$366United Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 9:40 pmSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:15 am - 11:10 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$371Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 10:54 amSAN  San Diego-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:07 pm - 9:12 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$381American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Richmond flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Richmond. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Richmond at $391 round-trip.
•September ($600) and June ($530) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Diego to Richmond the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Richmond are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Diego to Richmond flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Richmond

When to book flights from San Diego to Richmond

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Richmond takes 00m, covering 2,259 miles.

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

    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 San Diego to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Richmond range from $386 to $605, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Richmond flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 67% above the $469 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Richmond 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 $3,024. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $177, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $73 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from San Diego to Richmond. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $392 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $650, a difference of $258.

    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 San Diego to Richmond?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 16m, compared with 7h 25m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 33m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Hippodrome Theater and St. John's Episcopal Church. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Richmond 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $392, about $258 less than Sunday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Richmond trip for January. Fares historically average $391 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    • Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

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