Richmond International Airport- RIC-Richmond Intl.
Originally dedicated, as Richard Evelyn Byrd Flying Field in 1927 in memory and honor of the famous aviator RIC-Richmond Intl. Airport is one of the mixed military and commercial airport in Richmond, VA, United States. Richmond International Airport is the busiest airport in the central region of the state of Virginia and the third busiest in the state. The airport covers a total area of 2,500 acres. Expansions and renovations were implemented from the 1950s up to the 1970s to add passengers’ concourses and facilities to offer better services in the airport.
Best Time to Visit
Richard E. Byrd, Richmond International Airport served a total of 3.6 million passengers in 2017, an all time high record, which broke its initial record in 2007. A regular growth of 2.8% in passenger traffic is observed in the airport. Major airlines served in the airport include Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and United Express. Cargo flights are also served in the airport with regular flights served daily. Check out Lightfoot, Norge and Williamsburg when you find yourself looking for some fun time outside the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Richmond International Airport hotels situated within a close proximity to the airport include the Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport and Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Airport. Both hotels are located less than a mile away and offer airport shuttle services to and from the airport by request. Several scenic attractions are conveniently located close to the hotel’s location.
On this page it is easy to search for Richmond, VA airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Richmond, VA, United States (RIC-Richmond Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the RIC airport.
Most of these RIC
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Richmond, VA
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the RIC airport are Jamestown Island, Bassett Hall, and Jamestown Island.
Map of Richmond, VA Hotels
View all Richmond, VA, United States (RIC-Richmond Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Richmond, VA, United States (RIC-Richmond Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Richmond, VA, United States (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Richmond, VA, United States (RIC-Richmond Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 10:01 AM.
The temperature feels like 90.4 with a humidity level of 69 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 7 percent with visibility at 13.2 percent.
Today’s UV index is 10, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling southwest at a speed of 4 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 12:30 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
7/15
Few clouds
85°F
High: 98°F
Low: 77°F
Precipitation: 30%
Tuesday
7/16
Few clouds
87°F
High: 98°F
Low: 79°F
Precipitation: 15%
Wednesday
7/17
Thunderstorm with rain
86°F
High: 97°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 75%
Thursday
7/18
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
78°F
High: 84°F
Low: 71°F
Precipitation: 85%
Friday
7/19
Thunderstorm with rain
76°F
High: 84°F
Low: 70°F
Precipitation: 70%
Saturday
7/20
Thunderstorm with rain
76°F
High: 83°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 75%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Richmond, VA RIC airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free RIC airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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