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Cheap flights from Richmond to San Diego from $131

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Richmond to San Diego departing on 8/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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JetBlue Logo
9:38 am - 6:56 pm
RIC
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SAN
12h 18m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
8:40 pm - 8:48 am
SAN
-
RIC
9h 08m
1 stop
$283JetBlue
Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 11:51 pm
RIC
-
SAN
8h 04m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 8:48 am
SAN
-
RIC
9h 08m
1 stop
$290Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 11:51 pm
RIC
-
SAN
8h 04m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 8:48 am
SAN
-
RIC
9h 08m
1 stop
$298Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:15 pm
RIC
-
SAN
10h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 6:49 pm
SAN
-
RIC
19h 17m
1 stop
$299Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:44 pm - 11:59 pm
RIC
-
SAN
7h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:00 am
SAN
-
RIC
11h 40m
1 stop
$303Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
Frontier Logo
6:47 pm - 9:10 am
RIC
-
SAN
17h 23m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:10 am - 5:52 pm
SAN
-
RIC
28h 42m
1 stop
$305Frontier
Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 6:36 pm
RIC
-
SAN
8h 41m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 9:47 am
SAN
-
RIC
8h 22m
1 stop
$307Delta
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 11:59 pm
RIC
-
SAN
7h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 9:58 am
SAN
-
RIC
9h 33m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
RIC
-
SAN
9h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:32 pm - 11:13 pm
SAN
-
RIC
7h 41m
1 stop
$311Delta
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 11
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 11:17 am
RIC
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SAN
7h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 9:54 am
SAN
-
RIC
9h 09m
2 stops
$312United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

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Delta flights from Richmond to San Diego

Our best Delta deals on Richmond to San Diego flight tickets
Delta
Sep 15
RIC12:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 41m
1 stop
SAN6:36 pmSan Diego
Sep 22
SAN10:25 pmSan Diego
8h 22m
1 stop
RIC9:47 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$307
Delta
Aug 8
RIC5:00 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
9h 00m
1 stop
SAN11:00 pmSan Diego
Aug 11
SAN12:32 pmSan Diego
7h 41m
1 stop
RIC11:13 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$311
Delta
Aug 10
RIC5:42 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 18m
1 stop
SAN11:00 pmSan Diego
Aug 19
SAN12:32 pmSan Diego
7h 41m
1 stop
RIC11:13 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$324

American Airlines flights from Richmond to San Diego

Our best American Airlines deals on Richmond to San Diego flight tickets
American Airlines
Jul 28
RIC7:28 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 31m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Aug 4
SAN9:25 pmSan Diego
9h 33m
1 stop
RIC9:58 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$309
American Airlines
Aug 4
RIC7:28 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 31m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Aug 8
SAN9:36 pmSan Diego
9h 22m
1 stop
RIC9:58 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$354
American Airlines
Aug 1
RIC7:28 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 31m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Aug 9
SAN10:26 pmSan Diego
8h 32m
1 stop
RIC9:58 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$399

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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 July 2, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/2

9:38 am-6:56 pm

1 stop12h 18m

San Diego

Mon 9/7

8:40 pm-8:48 am

1 stop9h 08m

$283

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/7

6:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Tue 8/11

8:40 pm-8:48 am

1 stop9h 08m

$290

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/31

6:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Mon 8/3

8:40 pm-8:48 am

1 stop9h 08m

$298

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

San Diego

Wed 9/23

8:32 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$299

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/17

7:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San Diego

Sun 9/20

8:20 pm-11:00 am

1 stop11h 40m

$303

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/7

6:47 pm-9:10 am

1 stop17h 23m

San Diego

Tue 8/11

10:10 am-5:52 pm

1 stop28h 42m

$305

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/15

12:55 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Diego

Tue 9/22

10:25 pm-9:47 am

1 stop8h 22m

$307

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/28

7:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Diego

Tue 8/4

9:25 pm-9:58 am

1 stop9h 33m

$309
Quickest round-trip

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/8

5:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Diego

Tue 8/11

12:32 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$311

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/11

6:40 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Tue 8/18

9:45 pm-9:54 am

2 stops9h 09m

$312

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Richmond and San Diego?

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 February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $427.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond 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 $502 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 $389 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% 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 July 2026, prices for Richmond to San Diego flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Richmond to San Diego

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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Fastest flight time

7h 13m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Richmond to San Diego takes 7h 13m
There are no direct flights from Richmond to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from Richmond to San Diego.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Richmond to San Diego

  • 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 13m.

  • 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,850 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $292Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,008 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,926 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,452 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $333Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,769 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $368Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,249 reviews
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