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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Richmond.R 1,261 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,261, select.
Richmond.R 1,396 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,396, select.
Richmond.R 1,667 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,667, select.
Richmond.R 1,874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,874, select.
Richmond.R 1,890 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,890, select.
Richmond.R 2,008 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,008, select.
Richmond.R 2,141 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,141, select.
Richmond.R 2,145 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,145, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baltimore Washington International to Richmond flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from R 2,008
Mar
from R 1,261
Apr
from R 1,396
May
from R 2,322
Jun
from R 2,141
Jul
from R 2,460
Aug
from R 1,874
Sep
from R 2,480
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Direct flights from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond

Baltimore Washington International to Richmond: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Richmond.

Richmond

10km from central Richmond
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Washington D.C. to Richmond: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,261
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time57 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week23

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Finding cheap flights from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond is R 2,592. 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.
57 minutes is the average flight time from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond.
As of February 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond.
The cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Richmond is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Richmond Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 57 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Travelling from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.

  • Every week, there are 11 Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flights. To be on board as soon as possible, go for the 09:15 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your BWI to RIC flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Travelling to Richmond (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers BWI to RIC flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 73.55% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BWI and RIC:

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

    • Long Island MacArthur Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight is R 1,261. A return ticket right now is R 2,592. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from BWI to RIC by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BWI to RIC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Of the departures from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to BWI? If you've booked an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond

  • The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to central Richmond has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 2 hours 50 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the most popular month to visit Richmond. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) for July if you'd like to go to Richmond during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BWI to RIC in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Richmond is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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