Travelling from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) departing from either of these.
Richmond is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Sacramento to RIC.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) off to a leisurely start. Just a quick ride from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination on time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
You can get to SCK from the centre of Sacramento in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Get your trip started early by spending a night near Stockton Airport before your Sacramento to RIC flight. Top stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
Stockton Airport has an on-time performance rate of 55.67%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near RIC:
Grab a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Sacramento 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
Central Richmond is about 11 kilometres from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is R 2,741. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,098. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sacramento to RIC, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Richmond. August is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to RIC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Richmond
Start your Richmond trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), explore our range of hotels including:
Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Richmond itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Explore more of the United States
Richmond is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north of Richmond, a visit to Baltimore will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
Around 161 kilometres north of Richmond, Washington DC is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
