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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Richmond to New York Newark? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 1,797 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,797, select.
New York.R 1,815 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,815, select.
New York.R 1,815 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,815, select.
New York.R 1,815 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,815, select.
New York.R 2,755 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,755, select.
New York.R 3,403 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Richmond on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,403, select.
New York.R 3,403 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Richmond on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,403, select.
New York.R 3,408 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Richmond on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,408, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to New York Newark

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to New York Newark flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 3,950
Jun
from R 1,797
Jul
from R 1,815
Aug
from R 3,408
Sep
from R 2,755
Oct
from R 1,815
Nov
from R 1,815
Dec
from R 3,408
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from R 3,408
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from R 3,408
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Direct flights from Richmond to New York Newark

Richmond to New York Newark: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Richmond to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York Newark.

Richmond to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,797
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week103

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to New York Newark: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to New York Newark is R 3,014. 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.
1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Richmond to New York Newark.
United, GoJet Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Richmond to New York Newark.
As of May 2025, there are 103 flights per week flying from Richmond to New York Newark.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to New York Newark is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to New York Newark Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 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 New York Newark 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.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York Newark.

Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Richmond and New York are in the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Flights from RIC to EWR start at 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:30 with United Airlines. In total, there are 56 weekly Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport flights.

  • Your RIC to EWR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • United Airlines is your gateway to exploring New York (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers RIC to EWR flights, with 65.17% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RIC and EWR include:

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • Logan International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is R 1,797. A return plane ticket is currently R 3,014. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

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

  • The cheapest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from RIC to EWR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

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

  • Of all flights leaving Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% touch down on time at their destination.

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

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near RIC:

Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you'd like to explore New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from RIC to EWR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited New York, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its leading attractions. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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