Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
The timezone in Austin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Richmond.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RIC to AUS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIC and AUS include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight is RM259. A round-trip ticket is currently RM523. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIC to AUS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RIC to AUS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights that take off from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you have an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUS instead:
Pick up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and discover Austin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to the centre of Austin has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Austin in April.
Before locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Austin, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to AUS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
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