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While aeronautical activities in the area date back to reconnaissance and artillery spotting from hot air balloons in the 1860s during the American Civil War, Richmond International Airport’s history officially began on October 15, 1927, with Charles Lindbergh and The Spirit of St. Louis serving as the airport’s first official visitors. In 2007, the airport completed a major renovation project, establishing it as one of the most modern and well-equipped airports in the eastern United States.

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While aeronautical activities in the area date back to reconnaissance and artillery spotting from hot air balloons in the 1860s during the American Civil War, Richmond International Airport’s history officially began on October 15, 1927, with Charles Lindbergh and The Spirit of St. Louis serving as the airport’s first official visitors. In 2007, the airport completed a major renovation project, establishing it as one of the most modern and well-equipped airports in the eastern United States.

To learn how the airport and the industry have evolved, see our History. To get the latest news, why not sign up for OnTime, our e-Newsletter? This publication is filled with the most up-to-date travel alerts, RIC news and airfare promotions.

Jun 25, 2025

New Parking Rates Go into Effect at RIC on July 1

First Across-the-Board Rate Increase in More Than 20 Years New parking rates at Richmond International Airport (RIC) – the first across-the-board increases in 22 years – will go into effect on July 1, the beginning of the airport’s 2026 fiscal year. In March, the Capital Region Airport Commission approved the increases, which will enable RIC…
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Jun 20, 2025

RIC to Host Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Event July 14-18

RIC to Host Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Event July 14-18 Richmond International Airport is pleased to announce a temporary Global Entry enrollment event will be hosted at the airport from July 14-18, 2025. Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in…
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Jun 7, 2025

BermudAir Launches Nonstop Bermuda Flights from RIC

Twice-Weekly Flights from Richmond (RIC) to Hamilton (BDA) Now Underway For the first time in more than a decade, Richmond International Airport (RIC) welcomed a return to international flying with today’s inaugural departure of nonstop BermudAir service to L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) in Hamilton, Bermuda. “Today marks an exciting new chapter for Richmond International…
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May 23, 2025

RIC Partners with LanguageLine Solutions® to Offer Interpretation Services for More Than 240 Languages

As International Visitation Grows, RIC Adds Service to Help Reduce Language Barriers Richmond International Airport (RIC) announces that it has partnered with LanguageLine Solutions to initiate the availability of interpretation services in the passenger terminal. “When we say we seek to offer an exceptional travel experience for all customers, we mean all customers,” said Perry…
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May 14, 2025

RIC Conducts Full-Scale Triennial Emergency Response Exercise

Richmond, Va – Richmond International Airport (RIC) will conduct a full-scale emergency response exercise starting at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15. The airport anticipates no impact to normal operations during the training exercise and will post signs in the terminal building and broadcast announcements over the public address system in the terminal building…
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Apr 21, 2025

Breeze Offers New Flights to West Palm Beach PBI

Airline Adds Nonstops to Popular Southeast Florida Destination Starting September 5 Richmond International Airport (RIC) is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways will launch new, twice-weekly flights to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) starting September 5, 2025. The flights will operate on Mondays and Fridays. “We welcome Breeze Airways’ addition of a high-demand destination like…
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Mar 28, 2025

Spirit Adds New Flights to Detroit from Richmond

New Route Expands Affordable Travel Options from RIC Starting June 12 RICHMOND, Va. – Richmond International Airport (RIC) is pleased to announce that Spirit Airlines will launch new nonstop service to Detroit (DTW) starting June 12, 2025. This addition marks Spirit’s fourth destination from Richmond, joining recently announced service to New York-LaGuardia (LGA), as well…
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Mar 27, 2025

Richmond International Airport Celebrates a Decade of Service with Allegiant Air

RICHMOND, Va. – Richmond International Airport (RIC) proudly celebrates a decade of partnership with Allegiant, marking 10 years since the airline’s inaugural flight from RIC in 2015. Since launching nonstop service to Tampa/St. Pete, Allegiant has flown more than 721,000 passengers at RIC and has expanded its offerings to include Punta Gorda, Nashville, and Orlando/Sanford,…
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Mar 10, 2025

Spirit Airlines Launching New Nonstop Service to New York-LaGuardia from Richmond

New Route Expands Affordable Travel Options from RIC Starting May 7 Richmond International Airport (RIC) is pleased to announce that Spirit Airlines will launch new nonstop service to New York-LaGuardia Airport (LGA) starting May 7, 2025. This addition marks Spirit’s third destination from Richmond, joining existing flights to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Orlando (MCO). “Our…
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