Traveling from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your SAV to RIC flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Here are the top stopovers between SAV and RIC:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
AED 637 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Return flights start at AED 1,140. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SAV to RIC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAV to RIC.
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Handy information about Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
You'll find SAV at 400 Airways Avenue.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Savannah/Hilton Head Airport, data shows 79.2% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Savannah to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport is around 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SAV? If you've booked an early flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 21 kilometers from the center of Richmond. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes about 2 hours 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). August is the busiest month to head to Richmond. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) for July if you want to visit Richmond during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAV to RIC in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
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