Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 41 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Jacksonville and Richmond share the same timezone — UTC-4.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like summer and spring break.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JAX and RIC include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
160 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). A return flight starts at 291 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from JAX to RIC, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from JAX to RIC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The journey from central Jacksonville to Jacksonville International Airport takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near JAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Reserve a hotel close to RIC if you're on a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to the centre of Richmond is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 52 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the busiest month to visit Richmond. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JAX to RIC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Richmond right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from JAX to RIC:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, The Robins Nature Centre at Maymont and Hollywood Cemetery are highlights which should be on any well-planned Richmond itinerary.
Complete your Richmond trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Richmond stay.