Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
Your ATH to RIC flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Richmond Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and RIC include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights that take off from Athens International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Athens International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Richmond Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Athens International Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Pick up a Richmond Airport rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Richmond Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
The street address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport to the centre of Richmond has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Richmond Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Richmond in March.
Lock in your flight from Athens International Airport to Richmond Airport for July if you'd like to go to Richmond during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to RIC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Richmond, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
