Travelling from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC). Explore your options for leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), two of the city's main airports.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Phoenix.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Phoenix to RIC.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can book a direct Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) plane ticket with departures from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Check if flying out of PHX makes more sense for your journey.
Board your direct flight from Phoenix to RIC with Breeze Airways. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of PHX.
Breeze Airways is the top choice for travellers flying from PHX to RIC.
PHX is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to RIC flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Most flights that leave Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Pick up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car and discover Richmond and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight.
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to the centre of Richmond is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Currently, R 1,268 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,546. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to RIC, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) ticket.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Richmond based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to RIC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Richmond
Start your Richmond trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture are must-visits when exploring Richmond.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Richmond. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Around 161 kilometres north of Richmond, Washington DC is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
