Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to RIC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Currently, R 4,115 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,294. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from YOW to RIC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights that depart Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) about one week before you travel.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to central Richmond has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the busiest month to head to Richmond. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to RIC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No trip is complete without experiencing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
