Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
2 hours 21 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Richmond is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
If you're traveling during a popular month like October, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like spring break and summer.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MSY and RIC are:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
After booking your cheap ticket from MSY to RIC, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're traveling within United States. As long as you have another proof of identity, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is C$158. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$134. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MSY to RIC, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from MSY to RIC every day.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 52 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MSY? If you're catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 2 hours and 52 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Richmond based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) for July if you'd like to go to Richmond during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MSY to RIC sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
Start your Richmond trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from MSY to RIC, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, The Robins Nature Center at Maymont and Hollywood Cemetery are leading attractions which should be on every Richmond itinerary.
Complete your Richmond trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Richmond stay.
