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New York.ج.م.‏ 2,798 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Wed, 21 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,798, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 4,039 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Richmond on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,039, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 4,039 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Richmond on Wed, 7 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,039, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 4,039 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Richmond on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,039, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 4,039 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Richmond on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,039, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 4,361 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,361, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 6,401 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Richmond on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 6,401, select.
New York.ج.م.‏ 7,496 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Richmond on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 7,496, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to New York flights are currently cheapest in May.
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from ج.م.‏ 2,798
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from ج.م.‏ 4,039
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from ج.م.‏ 4,039
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from ج.م.‏ 9,516
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Richmond to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 2,796
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week472

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to New York is ج.م.‏ 6,748. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Richmond to New York.
WestJet, Republic Airways and Delta fly direct from Richmond to New York.
As of March 2025, there are 472 flights per week flying from Richmond to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to New York is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Richmond Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 6,748.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to New York on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to New York: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 39 minutes.

  • New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Richmond (the location of Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport).

  • With 67 weekly flights between the two airports, Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:11. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from RIC to LGA is with American Airlines at 20:01.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from RIC to New York, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're going away during a popular month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • Reserve a direct flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York and skip the connections. RIC offers nonstop journeys to these New York airports:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York include:

  • When flying within United States, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to New York, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Travelling from central Richmond to RIC takes approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a handy hotel near RIC? If you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport (RIC) to New York

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York is ج.م.‏ 2,798. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م.‏ 6,748. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from RIC to New York by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RIC to New York. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Central New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near JFK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from RIC to New York at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to New York

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York. August is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from RIC to New York around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to New York:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to New York to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in New York, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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