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Flight deals from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Richmond Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $164. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International

Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Richmond to Tampa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than St. Pete–Clearwater International.

Richmond to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$75
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International is $75. 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.
2 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to St. Pete–Clearwater International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 14 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 St. Pete–Clearwater International 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to St. Pete–Clearwater International.

Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Richmond and Tampa share the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your RIC to PIE flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Allegiant Air is your gateway to exploring Tampa (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Allegiant Air.

  • Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier operating RIC to PIE flights, with 76.47% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. Nashville International Airport is a top stopover on the RIC to PIE route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • Right now, $38 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $75. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book ten months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RIC to PIE.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from RIC to PIE is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport.

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

  • You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • 77.63% of flights that depart Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) touch down at their destination on schedule.

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

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

Getting from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa

  • PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is approximately 29 kilometers from the center of Tampa. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.

When to fly to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tampa. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to PIE in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Tampa, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 274 kilometers north to Jacksonville to check off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometers south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are among the biggest draws.

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