$75 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Richmond (RIC)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Richmond (PHL-RIC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $170 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 28
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$170 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $170 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 3
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$173 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $173 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $183 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $184 just found
United
Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 13
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$185 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $185 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 3
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$186 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $186 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$191 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $191 found 5 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 10
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$195 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $195 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 13
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$197 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $197 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30
PHL
Philadelphia
RIC
Richmond
$284 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Philadelphia to Richmond, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $284 found 7 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia (PHL) to Richmond (RIC)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $112 - $429 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Richmond

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Richmond Intl. RIC. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $641
RIC
Richmond Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $641
Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Richmond (RIC)
Origin airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
Richmond Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$170
Distance
198 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 15 mins

Philadelphia to Richmond Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia to Richmond

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Philadelphia to Richmond are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Richmond with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Richmond

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Richmond: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $75 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Philadelphia to Richmond flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Philadelphia to Richmond airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from PHL to RIC by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PHL to RIC?
The cheapest flights from PHL to RIC are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
Jump on a direct flight with American Airlines and head straight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PHL to RIC?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from PHL to RIC. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
When flying out of Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), you can choose from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
More travelers fly between PHL and RIC at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to RIC?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)'s first flight to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) departs at approximately 8:30AM UTC-5. With a travel time of 1h 21m, you'll arrive at around 9:51AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
It takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes to cover the 200 mi from PHL to RIC.
What airline has the least delays from PHL to RIC?
With 81% of flights generally arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
To avoid potential delays on the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Richmond from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Browse your flight options from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC). This is the only Richmond airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from PHL to RIC are usually more expensive. For the best rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to RIC flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a PHL to RIC flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
If you booked your PHL to RIC flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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