Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Alexandria (AEX)

Flying From Richmond International Airport

Researching cheap flights from Richmond, VA, is simple when you use the tools offered by Orbitz.com. The site makes it easy to search for plane tickets from a number of airlines, helping you get a great deal. Located seven miles southeast of the city, the airport offers services to destinations around the US and abroad from a wide range of major airlines:

• Air Canada
• AirTran
• American
• Bahamasair
• Delta
• JetBlue
• United
• US Airways

Getting to Richmond International Airport

It is easy to reach the airport from two major Richmond area highways. If traveling on Interstate 64, take exit 197A, and if driving on Interstate 295, use exit 31.

A variety of parking options are available at the airport. Economy parking is a bargain at $7 per day, and it requires riding on a shuttle from the parking lot to the terminal. Daily surface and garage parking is found within walking distance of the building, and this is $12 per day. For the ultimate in convenience, valet parking at $20 per day is available. Off-site parking is also available near the airport at businesses like Park 'N Go.

In addition to driving your own vehicle, the airport can be reached by taxis and limousines. City bus routes 7 and 56 also offer a ride to the airport from downtown Richmond for just $1.50.

Amenities at the Airport

A variety of restaurants offer food service at the airport. Caribou Coffee has locations in concourse A and B and offers breakfast items to complement its beverage offerings. Vito's Market and Sam Adams Celebrates Richmond are two other fine options. If time is an issue, grabbing a snack to bring on board your flight from Hudson News may be worth considering. Fliers using Richmond International Airport can use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from Richmond to their destinations.

Airport in Alexandria

The Alexandria International Airport in Louisiana is located at the England Airpark, four miles west of downtown Alexandria. Dozens of flights depart and arrive each day for Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and other domestic airports. For flights to Alexandria, visit Orbitz.com. There you can find flights to fit your schedule and make reservations at any time.

Transportation from the Alexandria International Airport

If you need transportation for the length of your stay in Alexandria, there are four car rental agencies in the area. To research discount car rental rates and make a reservation before you fly, visit Orbitz.com to explore your options. There are also five taxi services that offer airport transportation, but you should expect to call ahead for service.

Weather in Alexandria, LA

Winter visitors to Alexandria will enjoy mild temperatures, with an average high in January of 59 degrees Fahrenheit and an average low of 38 degrees. Summer visitors should expect high temperatures; the average high temperature for July is 93 degrees.

Alexandria's Major Attractions

Alexandria attracts many outdoor sports enthusiasts, who enjoy the many hunting and fishing opportunities in the area. There are also hiking, biking, and multi-use trails in nearby Kisatchie National Forest. If you're a golf enthusiast, you can also try one of Alexandria's five golf courses. There are also five spas in Alexandria, for travelers who would like to pamper themselves. Travelers who would like to experience the Louisiana outdoors should visit Orbitz.com to look for flights to Alexandria.