Flying from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flights from CLT to RIC start at 07:05 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:55 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 51 weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your CLT to RIC flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Richmond — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CLT to RIC flights, with 81.02% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CLT and RIC include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
Currently, R 2,628 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,888. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CLT to RIC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Charlotte Douglas Airport from central Charlotte, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
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Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
From Richmond Airport, Richmond is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Richmond in March.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Richmond Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CLT to RIC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Richmond, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its popular sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
