Can I fly direct from Richmond to New York?

Yes, direct flights from Richmond to New York are available. Historically, approximately 23.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed in the trailing 90 days was 2.

What's the flight time from Richmond to New York?

The typical direct flight time from Richmond to New York is 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 523 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 9 minutes. This includes the time spent during the layover.

How often do Richmond to New York flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Richmond to New York route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for lower fares. The route is considered to have frequent price fluctuations across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-14
RIC - New York
45% AI deal score
$254
$213
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-21
RIC - New York
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-14
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-21
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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-21
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2026-09-10 – 2026-10-07
RIC - New York
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$209
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2026-10-08 – 2026-10-14
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2026-10-08 – 2026-10-21
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Richmond to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Richmond to New York

Most itineraries for flights from Richmond to New York connect at least once, with only 23.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

When considering cheap flights from Richmond to New York, fares typically range from $331–$745, with a median price of $470. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price.

The cheapest time to fly from Richmond to New York is in September, with a median fare of $299. Other affordable months include November, with a median fare of $309, and December, where the median fare is $319.

A typical journey from Richmond to New York takes about 7h 44m, including connections. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 523 km.

How much is a round trip from Richmond to New York

Regular price: $209 - $304

Prices for flights from Richmond to New York are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Richmond to New York is between $209 and $304. The current lowest deal is $219 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 12.

now $219

Low $209

High $304

The cheapest time to fly from Richmond to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to New York is September, with a median price of $299. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $522. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

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Flights from $299

July

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Flights from $522

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Direct flights from Richmond to New York

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Richmond to New York

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (JFK)

$512

$349

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (JFK)

$492

$349

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (JFK)

$480

$326

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (JFK)

$519

$336

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (JFK)

$516

$336

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

RIC - New York

Richmond (RIC) - New York (EWR)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$324

$293

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Richmond to New York

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$519 → $336

35%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$431 → $249

42%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$431 → $249

42%

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

$430 → $249

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Richmond to New York

Richmond - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Richmond to New York are above the typical level, with a median price of $470.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Fly in September, November, or December for historically lower median prices on this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 44m.

The median flight duration from Richmond to New York is 7 hours and 44 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical for this route.

Connecting flights are common, with 23.2% of recent flights being direct, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $219.

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines to Newark Liberty International was found for $219.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Richmond to New York are frequently available.

Richmond main airports to depart from

Richmond International (RIC)

Cheapest

Richmond International is a convenient option for flights from Richmond to New York.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

New York main airports to arrive at

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

Cheapest

Consider flying into New York Stewart International Airport for a potentially cheaper arrival option to New York.

📍 ~90 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$241

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is convenient for travelers located in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~40 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Richmond to New York are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $362. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $505. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance typically results in higher prices, averaging $546.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Richmond to New York is considered to be $331 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $470. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $745 or less.

Historically, September, November, and December have offered the cheapest flights from Richmond to New York. In September, the median price was $299, while November saw a median of $309. December's median price was $319, which also happened to be the most expensive month on average across the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $470.

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Richmond to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Richmond to New York

Most itineraries for flights from Richmond to New York connect at least once, with only 23.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Richmond to New York takes about 7h 44m, including connections. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 523 km.

How much is a round trip from Richmond to New York

Regular price: $209 - $304

Prices for flights from Richmond to New York are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Richmond to New York is between $209 and $304. The current lowest deal is $219 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 12.

now $219

Low $209

High $304

The cheapest time to fly from Richmond to New York

September

Cheapest

Flights from $299

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $522

Jan

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