Travelling from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) leaving from either of these.
Hop on a direct Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Richmond (where Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located) and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from TPA to RIC on Breeze Airways's 6am departure.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tampa to RIC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) with Breeze Airways. This top carrier offers services from TPA.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between TPA and RIC is Breeze Airways.
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% arrive on time at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Catching a flight out of St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)? Direct Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) plane tickets are available from here.
From PIE, direct flights from Tampa to RIC are available with Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air takes the lead in bookings on the PIE to RIC route.
With 76.47% of services landing on schedule, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying between St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).
You can get to PIE from central Tampa in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 29 kms (18 miles) or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to RIC flight:
77.01% of flights out of St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The street address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near RIC and hit the lights earlier:
Follow your own route with a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and discover more of Richmond and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight.
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to central Richmond is around 7 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
£29 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Return flights start from £66. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Tampa to RIC, book your ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Richmond based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Tampa to RIC plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Richmond
After booking your flight from Tampa to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Richmond:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Richmond itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Richmond, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 209 kms (130 miles) north to Baltimore to check off its top attractions. From Baltimore Aquarium to National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kms (100 miles) north of Richmond, Washington DC is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
