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Overview: Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC flight
Flights from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC depart on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $361 (€294) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:06. The fastest flight covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 1h 17m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $361 (€294) |
Flights per day 18 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 17m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:06 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$554
Average price
$766
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC will cost around $766 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $554.
Of the 57 flights that leave Richmond, VA for Charlotte, NC onFri, Nov 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct flights cover the 398 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €294.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€360 Average price | €72 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC flight times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC flights for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2681 | 10:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 1h21 | 11:21 AM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4005 · UA2864 | 11:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 15h36 | 2:36 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4005 · UA6202 | 11:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 9h44 | 8:44 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4192 · UA4177 · UA6239 | 11:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 8h09 | 7:09 PM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4192 · UA3539 | 11:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 7h15 | 6:15 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4192 · UA230 | 11:00 AM Richmond International Airport | 10h33 | 9:33 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4451+ AA2111 | 11:05 AM Richmond International Airport | 6h00 | 5:05 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4451+ AA2420 | 11:05 AM Richmond International Airport | 3h55 | 3:00 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1994 · UA3423 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 14h50 | 2:20 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1994 · UA2635 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 10h50 | 10:20 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4503 · UA2295 · UA3539 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 6h45 | 6:15 PM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4503 · UA6239 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 7h39 | 7:09 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4503 · UA6209 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 12h21 | 11:51 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4503 · UA3550 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 3h32 | 3:02 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1788 | 11:30 AM Richmond International Airport | 1h22 | 12:52 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1783 · AA2743 | 11:44 AM Richmond International Airport | 6h47 | 6:31 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5907+ AA1789 | 12:00 PM Richmond International Airport | 5h25 | 5:25 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4604 · UA4177 · UA6239 | 12:15 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h54 | 7:09 PM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4604 · UA230 | 12:15 PM Richmond International Airport | 9h18 | 9:33 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4604 · UA3539 | 12:15 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h00 | 6:15 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5830+ AA1789 | 1:06 PM Richmond International Airport | 4h19 | 5:25 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4764+ AA1317 | 1:20 PM Richmond International Airport | 7h14 | 8:34 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2014 | 2:05 PM Richmond International Airport | 1h25 | 3:30 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4493 · UA230 | 2:20 PM Richmond International Airport | 7h13 | 9:33 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4493 · UA2161 | 2:20 PM Richmond International Airport | 12h42 | 3:02 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6038+ AA1714 | 3:02 PM Richmond International Airport | 5h42 | 8:44 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6038+ AA1597 | 3:02 PM Richmond International Airport | 7h26 | 10:28 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3675 · UA6239 | 3:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 3h34 | 7:09 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3675 · UA6209 | 3:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 8h16 | 11:51 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3716 · UA3423 | 3:36 PM Richmond International Airport | 10h44 | 2:20 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3716 · UA2635 | 3:36 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h44 | 10:20 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2317 | 3:53 PM Richmond International Airport | 1h24 | 5:17 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4591+ AA2242 | 4:00 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h13 | 10:13 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4591+ AA1317 | 4:00 PM Richmond International Airport | 4h34 | 8:34 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6463+ AA2514 | 4:52 PM Richmond International Airport | 5h23 | 10:15 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4488 · UA2635 | 5:00 PM Richmond International Airport | 5h20 | 10:20 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4488 · UA3423 | 5:00 PM Richmond International Airport | 9h20 | 2:20 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3054 | 7:04 PM Richmond International Airport | 1h24 | 8:28 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3661 · UA2212 · UA4032 | 7:30 PM Richmond International Airport | 9h28 | 4:58 AM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA5882+ AA2841 | 7:30 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h10 | 1:40 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5882+ AA1427 | 7:30 PM Richmond International Airport | 5h14 | 12:44 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3661 · UA2161 | 7:30 PM Richmond International Airport | 7h32 | 3:02 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4467 · UA4032 | 7:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 9h23 | 4:58 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4467 · UA6209 | 7:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 4h16 | 11:51 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4467 · UA368 · UA2161 | 7:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 7h27 | 3:02 AM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA3273 | 7:56 PM Richmond International Airport | 1h26 | 9:22 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4374+ AA2912 | 8:01 PM Richmond International Airport | 6h17 | 2:18 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4374+ AA1084 | 8:01 PM Richmond International Airport | 4h39 | 12:40 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6231 · UA3988 | 9:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 18h16 | 3:51 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6231 · UA6202 | 9:35 PM Richmond International Airport | 23h09 | 8:44 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3686 · UA3603 | 10:15 PM Richmond International Airport | 17h17 | 3:32 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3672 · UA3427 | 11:28 PM Richmond International Airport | 14h30 | 1:58 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2843 | 11:45 PM Richmond International Airport | 1h29 | 1:14 AM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Charlotte Pride, annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community with a parade and festival
- CIAA Basketball Tournament, college basketball tournament featuring historically black colleges and universities
- Charlotte Film Festival, showcasing independent films from around the world
- Carolina Renaissance Festival, a medieval-themed festival with crafts, food, and entertainment.
- Memorial Day, marks the unofficial start of summer with warm weather and outdoor activities
- Independence Day, celebrates the nation's birthday with fireworks and barbecues
- Labor Day, a long weekend perfect for enjoying the last days of summer
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and fall festivities.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in concourses, Hudson News.
- Parking available, short-term approximately 2.8€ ($3) per hour, long-term approximately 13.1€ ($14) per day.
- Restaurants in concourses, American and fast food
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, Sheraton Richmond Airport Hotel.
- No showers available.
- Lounge available, Club Lounge in Concourse A.
- Lost and Found in main terminal.
- Car rental services available, Avis and Hertz onsite
- Bus Route 56, RIC Airport Stop, 11 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in the main terminal, includes Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.47€ ($0.50) per hour.
- Various restaurants including fast food and sit-down options in the main terminal; top picks include Bojangles' and Starbucks
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel, within a short drive.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal near baggage claim.
- Car rental services available at the Rental Car Facility, accessible via shuttle
- Bus Route 5, Charlotte Douglas Intertiol Airport stop, 11 km
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