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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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

Welcoming A-10 Teams, Students, and Supporters to the 2025 Championship Tournament Terminal Takeover Facts · The Atlantic 10 Women’s Basketball Championship will take place at the Henrico Sports & Events Center March 5-9, 2025. · The Capital Region Airport Commission is committed to presenting the Richmond Region and RVA brand, themes, and culture via our…

Twice-Weekly Flights from Richmond (RIC) to Hamilton (BDA) Start June 7th Richmond International Airport (RIC) welcomes nonstop service to Hamilton, Bermuda (BDA), launching June 7, 2025. This new service is RIC’s first international route and offers a convenient and efficient way to experience Bermuda’s stunning pink sand beaches, world-class golf courses, and vibrant culture—all just…

2024 Sets All-Time Records for Passengers Welcomed, Cargo Handled At the January 2025 monthly meeting, the Capital Region Airport Commission reported that Richmond International Airport (RIC) established new annual records for passenger traffic and cargo volume. “2024 was an amazing, record-setting year for Richmond International Airport,” said Perry J. Miller, Ph.D., A.A.E., I.A.P., president and…

     Richmond International Airport (RIC) is thrilled that Richmond, Virginia, has been named the Best Town to Visit in the United States by CNN. For a record-setting sixth time, Virginia has been recognized as the Best State for Business by CNBC. As the gateway to Virginia’s Capital Region since 1927, Richmond will pack the itinerary…

Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable, nonstop service across the U.S., has announced new service to Tweed-New Haven Regional Airport (HVN) from Richmond, starting February 6, 2025. Breeze will operate the new route on Thursdays and Sundays. This new service to HVN provides yet another unique New England destination to RIC’s portfolio.…