Travelling from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your BUF to RIC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BUF and RIC include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport flight is 104 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 216 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUF to RIC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BUF to RIC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
74% of flights that depart Buffalo Niagara Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Buffalo Niagara Airport from central Buffalo, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BUF. Whether you have an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RIC if you have a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Richmond Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Richmond and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Richmond Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport to central Richmond has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Richmond based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Richmond Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUF to RIC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.