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Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond

Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Richmond.

Minneapolis to Richmond: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,083
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week66

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond is R 4,141. 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.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond.
WestJet, KLM and Endeavor Air fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond.
As of February 2026, there are 66 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Richmond is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Richmond Airport on Monday, 18 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 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, Sun Country Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Richmond.

Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Flights from MSP to RIC start from 07:54 — the first with Sun Country Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:15 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your MSP to RIC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Richmond — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.

  • Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that operates MSP to RIC flights, with 66.67% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). These are the top stopovers between MSP and RIC:

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • R 2,083 is the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. A return flight starts at R 4,141. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to RIC, reserve your journey seven months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from MSP to RIC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).

Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.

  • 77.37% of flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MSP:

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

  • If you're coming in on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RIC:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Richmond's main sights.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week before your trip.

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

  • RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSP to RIC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Richmond has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Richmond, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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