Flying from Seoul to Richmond International Airport (RIC): What you need to know
Richmond is 14 hours behind Seoul. Richmond International Airport is located in Richmond, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seoul to RIC.
Travelling during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to RIC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Seoul to ICN takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Richmond International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Seoul Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
You can arrive at GMP from central Seoul in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to RIC flight:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Richmond International Airport (RIC)
Have a late flight from Seoul to Richmond International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near RIC and be in snooze mode sooner:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Seoul to Richmond International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
From Richmond International Airport, central Richmond is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
Currently, 555 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Richmond International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.078 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Seoul to RIC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seoul to Richmond International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Seoul to RIC.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Seoul to Richmond International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Seoul to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Richmond International Airport (RIC). Plan your visit to Richmond in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Seoul to RIC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Richmond International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Richmond right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Seoul to Richmond International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture are must-do's during your Richmond adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Richmond, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 209 kilometres north to Baltimore to check off its leading sights. From National Aquarium to Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres north of Richmond, Washington DC is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.