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

Airlines that fly from Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Richmond to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Richmond Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Distance
3908 km

Your quick guide to flights from Richmond to San Francisco

Pick up great flights from Richmond to San Francisco

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Richmond to San Francisco. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Richmond to San Francisco that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Richmond to San Francisco

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Richmond to San Francisco around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to San Francisco is normally in .

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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 cancelled 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 kilometres 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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