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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Richmond to Philadelphia? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Philadelphia.C$83 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 18.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Wed., Mar. 18, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$83, select.
Philadelphia.C$118 per passenger.Departing Mon., Feb. 16.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Richmond on Mon., Feb. 16, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$118, select.
Philadelphia.C$138 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 2.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Thu., Apr. 2, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$138, select.
Philadelphia.C$240 per passenger.Departing Sat., Aug. 8.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sat., Aug. 8, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$240, select.
Philadelphia.C$240 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 25.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sat., Jul. 25, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$240, select.
Philadelphia.C$610 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 28.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Sun., Jun. 28, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$610, select.

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Direct flights from Richmond to Philadelphia

Alternative Richmond to Philadelphia routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Richmond to Philadelphia? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Philadelphia International

11km from central Philadelphia
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Blue Bell

22km from central Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer

47km from central Philadelphia
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Greater Wilmington

49km from central Philadelphia
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Atlantic City International

75km from central Philadelphia
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Allentown

81km from central Philadelphia
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Richmond to Philadelphia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$83
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week151

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to Philadelphia is C$175. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Richmond to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, Piedmont Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Richmond to Philadelphia.
As of February 2026, there are 151 flights per week flying from Richmond to Philadelphia.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Philadelphia is usually March.
If you're flying from Richmond Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from C$175.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Philadelphia on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Philadelphia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 0°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Philadelphia: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 16 minutes.

  • Philadelphia and Richmond (where Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:22. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from RIC to PHL is with American Airlines at 19:02.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from RIC to Philadelphia, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like August, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like spring break and summer.

  • You can get a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia. Start your journey at RIC and land at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

  • Keep an eye out for offers from American Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia.

  • You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked flight tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Philadelphia.

  • The journey from central Richmond to RIC takes approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia

  • C$83 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia. A return flight starts from C$175. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RIC to Philadelphia.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from RIC to Philadelphia is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • The centre of Philadelphia is located around 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). As soon as your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 39 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 43 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near TTN. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from RIC to Philadelphia at one of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Philadelphia

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia. To avoid the crowds, head for Philadelphia in February when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to Philadelphia in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from RIC to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.

More about Philadelphia

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Philadelphia:

  • Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Philadelphia itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Complete your Philadelphia trip with a car rental

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