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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Richmond to Vancouver? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.RM2,035 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,035, select.
Vancouver.RM2,142 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,142, select.
Vancouver.RM2,389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Sat, 11 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Richmond on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,389, select.
Vancouver.RM2,474 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,474, select.
Vancouver.RM2,742 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Richmond on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,742, select.
Vancouver.RM2,771 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,771, select.
Vancouver.RM2,771 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Sat, 11 Jul.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Richmond on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,771, select.
Vancouver.RM2,771 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,771, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in February.
Feb
from RM2,035
Mar
from RM2,142
Apr
from RM2,389
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Jun
from RM2,773
Jul
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Aug
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Alternative Richmond to Vancouver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Richmond to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vancouver Coal Harbour

3km from central Vancouver
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Vancouver International

10km from central Vancouver
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from RM2,035
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Sechelt

51km from central Vancouver
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Ganges Harbor

54km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo

60km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo Harbour

61km from central Vancouver
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Abbotsford

61km from central Vancouver
from RM3,216
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Richmond to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,035
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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Finding cheap flights from Richmond to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to Vancouver is RM2,035. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Richmond to Vancouver. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,035.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Richmond to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Vancouver is usually February.
If you're flying from Richmond Airport, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,035.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Vancouver on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Richmond Airport and Vancouver. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 2°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver.

Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located in Richmond. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is three hours behind Richmond.

  • To avoid rushing for your RIC to Vancouver flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from RIC to Vancouver. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Travelling from central Richmond to RIC takes around 2 hours 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near RIC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)'s on-time performance, data shows 77.63% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Vancouver

  • RM955 is currently the best price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver flight. A return flight ticket starts at RM2,035. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RIC to Vancouver. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an awesome deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RIC to Vancouver by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vancouver and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from RIC to Vancouver can help you get the lowest rate.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Central Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CXH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RIC to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Hop off your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver and make your way to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.

  • If you use public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to YXX. Settle in at one of these options after your RIC to Vancouver flight:

  • Take control of the next chapter of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road effortless.

  • If you're after a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • Travel to Vancouver in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • When booking your Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Vancouver, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Vancouver, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its must-visit sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Richmond to Vancouver

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