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Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Richmond

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $997. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Richmond.$829 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Sun, 16 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $829, select.

Richmond.$874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.

Richmond.$889 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $889, select.

Richmond.$997 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Richmond.$1,031 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,031, select.

Richmond.$1,043 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,043, select.

Richmond.$1,043 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,043, select.

Richmond.$1,046 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,046, select.

Richmond.$1,052 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,052, select.

Richmond.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Richmond flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Philadelphia International to Richmond: Alternative routes

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Philadelphia to Richmond: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$829
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	149

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Philadelphia International to Richmond?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Richmond is $829. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia International to Richmond?

1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Richmond.

Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Richmond?

American Airlines, Piedmont Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Philadelphia International to Richmond.

How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia International to Richmond?

As of September 2026, there are 149 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Richmond.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia International to Richmond?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Richmond is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport on Thursday, 13 May 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Richmond?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Richmond but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Richmond?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Richmond is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond with?

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport.
Each week, there are 36 Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 08:14 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:30 with American Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PHL to RIC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Richmond (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 75.78% of its services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PHL to RIC flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHL and RIC:
- New York LaGuardia Airport
- Washington Dulles Airport
- Providence Airport

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
77% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Richmond Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and find adventure across Richmond and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Richmond Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond

RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport to the centre of Richmond has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Richmond. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to RIC in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 12ºC then.

Explore more of the United States

Richmond has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No trip is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.