Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DCA to RIC flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DCA and RIC include:
Philadelphia International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight is $356. A round-trip ticket right now is $699. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DCA to RIC, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DCA to RIC.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Ronald Reagan National Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near DCA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Reserve a hotel near RIC if you're catching a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience more of Richmond and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week before travelling.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Richmond. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 2 hours 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the most popular month to head to Richmond. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DCA to RIC sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
