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Frontier Logo
5:17 pm - 7:15 pmRIC-SAN
28h 58m1 stop
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1:18 pm - 12:47 pmSAN-RIC
20h 29m1 stop
$138Frontier
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Thu, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 7
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12:25 pm - 6:26 pmRIC-SAN
9h 01m1 stop
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6:25 am - 5:29 pmSAN-RIC
8h 04m1 stop
$312Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 18
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9:52 am - 10:46 pmRIC-SAN
39h 54m2 stops
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1:33 pm - 7:56 pmSAN-RIC
27h 23m1 stop
$348Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 10:07 amRIC-SAN
24h 42m2 stops
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6:25 am - 5:29 pmSAN-RIC
8h 04m1 stop
$353Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 18
Delta Logo
4:26 pm - 11:58 pmRIC-SAN
10h 32m1 stop
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2:15 pm - 12:03 amSAN-RIC
6h 48m1 stop
$363Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 24
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 3:21 pmRIC-SAN
10h 21m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:19 pm - 12:30 amSAN-RIC
7h 11m1 stop
$367Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
5:46 am - 12:13 pmRIC-SAN
9h 27m1 stop
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6:20 am - 7:28 pmSAN-RIC
10h 08m1 stop
$368American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:08 am - 10:46 pmRIC-SAN
16h 38m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:05 pmSAN-RIC
9h 05m1 stop
$369Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 3:28 pmRIC-SAN
7h 48m1 stop
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11:02 am - 10:55 pmSAN-RIC
8h 53m2 stops
$372United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:31 amRIC-SAN
8h 01m1 stop
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11:02 am - 10:55 pmSAN-RIC
8h 53m2 stops
$373United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2

United Airlines flights from Richmond to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Richmond to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 18
RIC6:03 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 11m
1 stop
SAN11:14 amSan Diego
Feb 21
SAN11:30 amSan Diego
8h 29m
1 stop
RIC10:59 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$359
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United Airlines
Nov 27
RIC6:30 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 01m
1 stop
SAN11:31 amSan Diego
Dec 2
SAN11:02 amSan Diego
8h 53m
2 stops
RIC10:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$373
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United Airlines
Dec 15
RIC10:40 amRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 48m
1 stop
SAN3:28 pmSan Diego
Dec 19
SAN9:45 pmSan Diego
9h 03m
1 stop
RIC9:48 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$420
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Southwest flights from Richmond to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on Richmond to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 18
RIC4:05 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 55m
1 stop
SAN9:00 pmSan Diego
Feb 21
SAN6:45 amSan Diego
11h 40m
2 stops
RIC9:25 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$364
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Southwest
Jan 20
RIC5:30 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 50m
1 stop
SAN10:20 pmSan Diego
Jan 26
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
6h 50m
1 stop
RIC9:50 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$376
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Southwest
Dec 10
RIC4:15 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
9h 10m
2 stops
SAN10:25 pmSan Diego
Dec 17
SAN9:00 amSan Diego
10h 20m
2 stops
RIC10:20 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$377
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
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RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/1

5:17 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 58m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

1:18 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$138

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/14

12:25 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:25 am-5:29 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$312

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/8

9:52 am-10:46 pm

2 stops39h 54m

San Diego

Mon 12/15

1:33 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$348

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/14

12:25 pm-10:07 am

2 stops24h 42m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:25 am-5:29 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$353

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/10

4:26 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 32m

San Diego

Wed 12/24

2:15 pm-12:03 am

1 stop6h 48m

$363

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

2:19 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 11m

$367

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/27

5:46 am-12:13 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Tue 12/2

6:20 am-7:28 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$368

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/20

9:08 am-10:46 pm

2 stops16h 38m

San Diego

Fri 1/23

8:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$369

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/10

10:40 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

11:02 am-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 53m

$372

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/27

6:30 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

San Diego

Tue 12/2

11:02 am-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 53m

$373

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of October, then departing from Richmond during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $415.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Richmond to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $395. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $577. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $461. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $547.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Richmond when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $478 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Richmond for as low as $368 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Richmond to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Richmond to San Diego flight.

How have Richmond to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Richmond to San Diego flights are approximately 166% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Richmond to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Richmond to San Diego (RIC to SAN) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Richmond Byrd Intl to San Diego by plane?

    There are 2250.7 mi between Richmond Byrd Intl and San Diego. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 7h 48m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Diego Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Richmond to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from Richmond to San Diego

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JetBluePriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,907 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,017 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $350Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,051 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $395Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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