Cheap Flights from Richmond (RIC) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Flight from Richmond to San Francisco (RIC - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Richmond Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Distance
3908 km
Average flight time
6 hours 10 mins

Richmond to San Francisco Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Richmond to San Francisco 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from Richmond whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Richmond to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Richmond Intl., RIC to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Richmond to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Richmond currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Francisco from Richmond 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from RIC to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) and San Francisco Airport start from . Book ASAP to score the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from RIC to SFO?
Most flights can be canceled online, but whether you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from RIC to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Richmond Intl. Airport to SFO flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from RIC to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Around 3,900 kilometers separates Sandston and San Francisco, so pack something to keep you occupied for a few hours. That juicy novel you’ve yet to start will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you want to fly straight from Richmond Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), Breeze Airways (MX) is a popular option. It operates 8 flights every month between Sandston and San Francisco.
Are Richmond Intl. Airport to SFO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some super cheap airfares from Richmond Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) popping up a few weeks before the departure date. If you’d rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.
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