Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
If you're travelling during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ROC and RIC are:
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is R 2,789. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,893. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ROC to RIC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Getting a cheap ticket from ROC to RIC is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Travelling from central Rochester to Greater Rochester International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ROC:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Check in to one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Richmond. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 52 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the most popular month to visit Richmond. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) for July if you'd like to go to Richmond during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ROC to RIC sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Richmond right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from ROC to RIC:
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and The Robins Nature Centre at Maymont are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Richmond travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Cemetery.
Complete your Richmond trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Richmond holiday.
