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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Houston to Richmond Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $225. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Richmond.$225 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 12, returning Sun, Aug 23.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, Aug 12, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Sun, Aug 23, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $225, select.

Richmond.$225 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 21, returning Sun, Oct 25.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, Oct 21, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Sun, Oct 25, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $225, select.

Richmond.$235 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 27, returning Wed, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, Jul 27, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.

Richmond.$235 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28, returning Mon, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Mon, Aug 10, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.

Richmond.$240 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 3, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Richmond.$250 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 2, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Richmond on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.

Richmond.$289 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 1, returning Mon, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Aug 1, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Mon, Aug 10, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $289, select.

Richmond.$289 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 7, returning Sat, Nov 14.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Nov 7, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Sat, Nov 14, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $289, select.

Richmond.$289 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 20, returning Tue, Jul 28.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, Jul 20, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $289, select.

Richmond.$290 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19, returning Tue, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $290, select.

Richmond.$308 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 4, returning Tue, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Houston Hobby on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Richmond on Tue, Dec 8, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $308, select.

Richmond.$309 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 26, returning Mon, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, Oct 26, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Richmond on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

Richmond.$324 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 31, returning Thu, Jan 14.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, Dec 31, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Richmond on Thu, Jan 14, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.

Richmond.$337 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 4, returning Tue, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Tue, Dec 8, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.

Richmond.$350 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 31, returning Sun, Aug 2.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in Richmond.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Richmond on Sun, Aug 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $350, select.

Richmond.$404 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 17, returning Fri, Dec 18.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Houston Hobby on Mon, Aug 17, arriving in Richmond.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from Richmond on Fri, Dec 18, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

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Houston to Richmond: Alternative routes

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Houston to Richmond: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$225
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	47

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Richmond: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Houston to Richmond?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Houston to Richmond is $225. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Richmond?

3 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Houston to Richmond.

Which airlines fly direct from Houston to Richmond?

United, Mesa Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Houston to Richmond.

How many flights are there a week from Houston to Richmond?

There are 47 flights per week flying from Houston to Richmond, as of July 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Richmond?

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Richmond is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Houston to Richmond Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Richmond Airport on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Houston to Richmond Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 1 minute.

How can I find the best flight deal to Richmond?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Richmond?

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.

Flying from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC): What you need to know

Your route to adventure begins at Houston's main airport, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Explore the options for booking a flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC) leaving from this base.
3 hours is the average travel time for a direct Houston to Richmond International Airport flight.
Richmond is one hour ahead of Houston. Richmond International Airport is located in Richmond, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:55am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from IAH to RIC is with United Airlines at 6:25pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Houston to RIC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as Christmas and spring break will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

You can book a direct flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC) departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
When jetting out of IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport with United Airlines.
Most passengers prefer to fly with United from IAH to RIC.
With an impressive 81.36% of services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
IAH is about 40 kilometers from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to RIC flight:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

About Richmond International Airport (RIC)

Consider staying in a hotel near RIC if you have a late flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Houston to Richmond International Airport flight.
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

Getting from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to central Richmond

Central Richmond is around 14 kilometers from Richmond International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC)

$103 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Richmond International Airport. Return flights start at $225. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap flights from Houston to RIC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Organize your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Houston to Richmond International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Houston to RIC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houston to Richmond International Airport.

The best time to fly from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC)

December is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Richmond International Airport (RIC), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Richmond based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Houston to RIC plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Richmond to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Richmond International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Richmond

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Richmond right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Richmond International Airport:
Your trip to Richmond isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Explore more of the United States

Richmond is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 209 kilometers north of Richmond, a visit to Baltimore will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Washington DC, roughly 161 kilometers north of Richmond. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are among its highlights.