$348 Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Helena (HLN)

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.

Helena Regional Airport

Traveling to Helena, MT can be an easy and enjoyable experience when booking flights with Orbitz.com. Orbitz.com can help you book budget flights to Helena. Helena Regional Airport is the major airport that serves the Helena area. It is located northeast of the Helena central business district. Over 200,000 passengers traveled through the airport in 2011. Alaska Airlines, Delta, Compass Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, Silver Airways, and United Airlines all operate at the Helena Regional Airport.

Transportation at Helena Regional Airport

Helena Regional Airport offers ground transportation and parking. Long term parking rates start at $3 per day or $15 per week. Short term parking is free for up to one hour. Taxis, rental cars and shuttle services are readily available at the airport. Capitol Taxi is the most popular taxi service and may be called free of charge at the baggage claim terminal. It only takes 10 minutes to get to downtown Helena with a taxi. Several shuttle services are available near the east entrance of the airport. Shuttles may be called for free using the courtesy phone located at the baggage claim terminal.

Weather in Helena

The summer season tends to be dry in Helena, with average temperatures in the mid-80s. Expect the fall weather to be variable, with temperatures ranging from the low 70s to the low 50s. Winter months can be extremely cold, so it is wise to pack extra sweaters and jackets if you are travelling during that time. Expect the winter temperatures to settle in the low 40s. Spring is usually cool, with average temperatures in the late 50s.

Popular Attractions in Helena

Helena has several attractions for visitors. The Montana Historical Society museum has a "Montana Homeland" exhibit that features several artifacts related to Montana's history. The Mackay Gallery of Russell Art offers a plethora of sculptures and paintings for art lovers. The Montana State Capitol offers self-guided tours as well as scheduled group tours. Simply consult your planner and book a flight to Helena with Orbitz.com today.