Direct (nonstop) flights from Richmond to Los Angeles

0 airlines fly nonstop from Richmond International (RIC) to Los Angeles International (LAX). It's 2,304 miles (3,708 km), about 5h 43m in the air. Operated by .

RIC
Richmond International
🇺🇸 Richmond, USA
LAX
Los Angeles International
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, USA
Flight Time
5h 43m
Distance
2,304 mi
3,708 km
CO₂/pax
389 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
0
Time Diff
-3h

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles with one stop · direct emits 389 kg CO₂ per passenger

RIC BNA (Nashville) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (526 mi) Leg 2: 4h 35m (1,798 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 426 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIC → BNA
1h 50m · 526 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → LAX
4h 35m · 1,798 mi
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RIC MDW (Chicago) LAX
Leg 1: 2h (628 mi) Leg 2: 4h 25m (1,751 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 437 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIC → MDW
2h · 628 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → LAX
4h 25m · 1,751 mi
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RIC DEN (Denver) LAX
Leg 1: 4h (1,481 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (861 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 434 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIC → DEN
4h · 1,481 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → LAX
2h 35m · 861 mi
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RIC IAD (Dulles) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 3m (99 mi) Leg 2: 5h 33m (2,288 mi) Total: ~6h 36m 🍃 430 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIC → IAD
1h 3m · 99 mi
View RIC to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → LAX
5h 33m · 2,288 mi
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RIC BWI (Baltimore) LAX
Leg 1: 55m (121 mi) Leg 2: 5h 51m (2,329 mi) Total: ~6h 46m 🍃 441 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RIC → BWI
55m · 121 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → LAX
5h 51m · 2,329 mi
View BWI to LAX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Richmond to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from Richmond (RIC) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes approximately 5 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 2,304 miles (3,708 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Richmond to Los Angeles?

0 airlines: .

Is there a nonstop flight from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Yes. 0 airlines: .

How far is Richmond from Los Angeles?

The flight distance from Richmond to Los Angeles is 2,304 miles (3,708 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Richmond to Los Angeles?

At 5h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Roughly 389 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,945 km.

Is the return flight from Los Angeles to Richmond also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond to Los Angeles?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Richmond International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.