Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Take your pick of 75 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flights. The 00:24 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:52.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to RIC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Richmond (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CLT to RIC flights, with 79.35% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Here are the most popular stopovers between CLT and RIC:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight is Rs21,056. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs49,493. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CLT to RIC.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CLT to RIC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights leaving Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% land on schedule at their destination.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Consider booking a hotel near RIC if you're catching a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Richmond's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
The street address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). For smaller crowds, go to Richmond in February.
When booking your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLT to RIC in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Richmond, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No trip is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
