Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Richmond?

Flights from Ottawa to Richmond usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Richmond?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Richmond.

Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Richmond pass through?

Connecting flights from Ottawa to Richmond most commonly pass through: • Newark (EWR) – 75% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Richmond?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Ottawa to Richmond. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 505 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 730, a difference of C$ 225. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long does a flight from Ottawa to Richmond take?

There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Richmond. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 48m and 5h 41m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Richmond?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Ottawa to Richmond changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 712 to C$ 2,027. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Ottawa to Richmond looking right now?

One-way fares from Ottawa to Richmond are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 462, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Richmond?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 48m, compared with 5h 41m via Newark (EWR).

What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 100 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Richmond flight?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Richmond range from C$ 552 to C$ 730, with an average of C$ 672 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 552 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Richmond?

United Airlines (C$ 903) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Ottawa to Richmond in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Ottawa to Richmond?

Newark (EWR) is the most popular layover for the Ottawa to Richmond route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via EWR.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Ottawa to Richmond?

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 647. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Ottawa to Richmond, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Ottawa to Richmond layovers at 2h 24m over the past three months.

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Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

4:40 p.m. - 8:13 a.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 33m1 stop Tampa

8:45 a.m. - 5:58 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

33h 13m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 712Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

4:40 p.m. - 8:13 a.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 33m1 stop Tampa

9:13 p.m. - 10:08 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 55m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

C$ 899Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

9:45 a.m. - 11:15 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

13h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:00 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 903United Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

6:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

14h 30m1 stop Newark

6:00 a.m. - 1:11 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 11m1 stop Newark

C$ 903United Airlines

Wed, 30 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec

3:10 p.m. - 10:33 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 23m1 stop Newark

10:40 a.m. - 3:07 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

4h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 923United Airlines

Thu, 31 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan

3:10 p.m. - 8:31 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 21m1 stop Newark

6:00 a.m. - 1:11 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 11m1 stop Newark

C$ 923United Airlines

Wed, 30 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan

3:10 p.m. - 8:31 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 21m1 stop Newark

7:15 a.m. - 1:11 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

5h 56m1 stop Newark

C$ 923United Airlines

Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan

6:15 a.m. - 9:26 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:45 a.m. - 9:23 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 923United Airlines

Tue, 29 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan

3:10 p.m. - 8:31 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 21m1 stop Newark

10:40 a.m. - 3:07 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

4h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 923United Airlines

Tue, 29 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec

3:10 p.m. - 8:31 p.m.YOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 21m1 stop Newark

7:15 a.m. - 1:11 p.m.RIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

5h 56m1 stop Newark

C$ 923United Airlines

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Richmond?: United Airlines (C$ 903) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Ottawa to Richmond in the last 5 days.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Richmond?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Richmond.
How long does a flight from Ottawa to Richmond take?
There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Richmond. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 48m and 5h 41m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Richmond?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Richmond flight?
Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Richmond range from C$ 552 to C$ 730, with an average of C$ 672 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 552 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Ottawa to Richmond changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 712 to C$ 2,027. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Ottawa to Richmond looking right now?
One-way fares from Ottawa to Richmond are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 462, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?
Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 100 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Richmond?
Flights from Ottawa to Richmond usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).
Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Richmond pass through?
Connecting flights from Ottawa to Richmond most commonly pass through:

• Newark (EWR) – 75% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Richmond?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Ottawa to Richmond. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 505 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 730, a difference of C$ 225.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Richmond?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 48m, compared with 5h 41m via Newark (EWR).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 505, about C$ 225 less than Thursday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Richmond trip for December. Fares historically average C$ 417 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 466 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

• Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
• Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

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