Travelling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS): what you need to know
Colorado Springs is two hours behind Richmond and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your RIC to COS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIC and COS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS)
Right now, 132 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 354 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from RIC to COS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
74% of flights that take off from Richmond Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS)
If you're coming in on a late Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near COS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Colorado Springs and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS) to central Colorado Springs
You'll find COS at 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport to the centre of Colorado Springs has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport (COS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Colorado Springs in January.
Lock in your flight from Richmond Airport to Colorado Springs Peterson Field Airport for July if you'd like to visit Colorado Springs during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to COS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Denver is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Colorado Springs. Around 105 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
Around 451 kilometres south of Colorado Springs, Albuquerque is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Balloon Fiesta Park, Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument.