How to find cheap flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to China
Pick up a return flight from Richmond Airport (RIC) to China starting at $2,061, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from RIC into Shanghai Pudong in Shanghai with that fare.
$993 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way trip.
Want to let the lowest fares decide where you head to next? Select 'China' in the 'To' field to discover the best deals by city.
China has around 75 international airports, so you'll have your pick of arrival options.
Select 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your origin and destination cities.
Book early. You'll have more airlines, times and routes to pick from. Wait until the last moment and you could be left with fewer choices and higher costs.
Get notified when fares change by setting up a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app to get updates as they happen on your phone.
Best time to fly from Richmond Airport (RIC) to China
Hop on a flight from Richmond Airport (RIC) to China in November and you'll be travelling at one of the most affordable times of the year. Prices start at $2,061.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with prices dipping during midweek when it's quieter.
July, August and September mark the busiest months to fly to China, with August the most popular of the three. You might find yourself paying higher fares at this time.
If you want a slower pace, June, November and December are the least popular months to fly. June is the quietest month, which can make cheaper tickets easier to find.
Popular places to visit in China
Your Richmond to China flights are booked. Now it's time to decide what your trip will look like.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a leading destination for flights from Richmond Airport heading to China. From Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Tower to The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, the attractions just keep coming.
There are plenty of flight deals touching down at Shanghai's busiest airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) gives you an alternative way to touch down.
Ready to find the right place to stay? Browse the lineup of hotels in Shanghai.
Beijing
Explore some of Beijing's highlights including The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
You can reach the city through Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The same magic behind our flight search can also help you find the best-value stays around. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Beijing.
Chengdu
Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum are popular attractions to cross off while you're in this corner of Sichuan.
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are your options when searching for flights.
Hunt down a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Chengdu.
Visiting China for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
Chinese yuan (CNY) is the main currency. It's best to have more than one way to pay, given credit and debit cards have limited acceptance beyond larger businesses.
Beijing is the capital of China, which has a population of around 1.4 billion.
There's more than one standard time zone across this destination, running from UTC+6 through to UTC+8.
If you're looking for warmer weather in China, consider July when average daytime highs reach 28ºC.
Conditions are often coolest around January, when average low temperatures drop to -9ºC. Check the weather conditions before you head off.
August tends to be the wettest time of year, while December is the driest.
Some of the most popular events on the local calendar include Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival. Time your travels around occasions like these to experience something beyond the usual.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Richmond Airport (RIC) to China? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll get around. Explore the range of hotels in China and filter your search by price, location and more. Also browse the car rental options in China and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.