Traveling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
Denver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Denver two hours behind Richmond.
Pack your bags and choose from 13 weekly Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport flights.
Your RIC to DEN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport, so getting to Denver (and then seeing more parts of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is United.
With a dependable 86.89% of services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier offering RIC to DEN flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RIC and DEN:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
Right now, $146 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $249. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RIC to DEN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RIC to DEN.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport.
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Richmond to Richmond Airport is around 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to RIC? If you're boarding an early flight from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Consider staying at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport after your Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport flight. It's a short drive from DEN and a comfortable option if you want to freshen up right away.
Follow your own route with a Denver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Denver and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Denver International Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Denver. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Denver is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Richmond Airport to Denver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RIC to DEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Denver. Around 105 kilometers away to the south, top sights here include Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
Around 13 kilometers east of Denver, Aurora is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plains Conservation Center, DeLaney Homestead Historic District and Aircraft viewing.