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Cheapest round-trip
$317
Typical prices: $435-$635
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
SEA - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $236-$396
American Airlines
Fri 1/12
SEA - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seattle and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $432 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Richmond (SEA-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Richmond

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 8:01 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
4:39 pm - 9:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 20m1 stop Philadelphia
$317American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
10:48 pm - 10:40 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 52m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 10:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 20m1 stop Philadelphia
$317American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 11:26 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$317Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
10:35 pm - 10:04 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 6:35 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$317Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 4:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 1:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$318Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 16
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 4:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
1:35 pm - 11:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$323Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:07 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 11:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 07m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$345United Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 15
United Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 6:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 05m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:40 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$362United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:13 pm - 8:46 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
20h 33m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Francisco
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 6:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 23m1 stop Los Angeles
$460Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:16 pm - 7:50 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
19h 34m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 10:59 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 39m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$514Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Richmond start at $317. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $435 to $635. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $317 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Richmond, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Richmond?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Richmond at $341 round-trip.
•June ($666) and December ($595) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to Richmond the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Richmond are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Seattle to Richmond flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$159
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Seattle to Richmond

When to book flights from Seattle to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle 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 Seattle to Richmond 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 Seattle to Richmond?

    Flights from Seattle to Richmond usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Seattle to Richmond route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $469 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $633, a difference of $164. 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 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Richmond flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 77% above the route average of $532. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 2,355 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 are flight prices from Seattle to Richmond looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seattle to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $235, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 41m, compared with 7h 47m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 47m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Richmond?

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

  • 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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Richmond range from $435 to $635, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $435 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Richmond 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $469 - about $164 less than Monday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Richmond trip for January. Fares historically average $341 round-trip in that month - typically $325 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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