Flying from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LEX to RIC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LEX and RIC include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
At the moment, ₹ 26,997 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 27,759. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LEX to RIC, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field).
Finding cheap flights from LEX to RIC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blue Grass Airport, 77.12% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Blue Grass Airport from central Lexington, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LEX:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Travel at your own pace 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 best deal, reserve your vehicle from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week before you set off.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the most popular month to visit Richmond. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) for July if you want 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 LEX to RIC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, about 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.
