Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Chattanooga Airport (CHA): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your RIC to CHA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RIC and CHA:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
Right now, RM1,237 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM986. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RIC to CHA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from RIC to CHA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights that take off from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) touch down at their destination on time.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
Consider staying in a hotel near CHA if you're taking a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chattanooga Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Thrifty or Avis to explore Chattanooga and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chattanooga Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga
From Chattanooga Airport, Chattanooga is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
June is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Chattanooga in February.
Book your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Chattanooga Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chattanooga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to CHA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Chattanooga. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, consider Memphis, about 434 kilometres west of Chattanooga. Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio are key highlights.
