Flying from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) leaving from either of these.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus to RIC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to the centre of Richmond is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 52 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC)
Book a one-way ticket from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport from C$166 or travel return from just C$335. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Columbus to RIC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Richmond, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from Columbus to RIC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
After locking in your flight from Columbus to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Richmond:
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and The Robins Nature Centre at Maymont are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Richmond must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Cemetery.
Complete your Richmond trip with a car rental
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