$241 Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Springfield (SGF)

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.

Flying Into Springfield-Branson National Airport

Served by American Airlines, Allegiant, Delta and United, it's easy for travelers to find bargain flights to Springfield using Orbitz.com. Located just five miles from Springfield's city center at 2300 N Airport Bvld. in Springfield, it's a quick drive to the art and culture the city is famous for.

Transportation to and From Springfield

Using Orbitz.com, you can arrange for affordable ground transportation before your trip. Land and head directly to one of the car rental hubs for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Dollar, Hertz, National/Alamo or Thrifty. If you don't plan on driving, select Springfield hotels offer free shuttles to and from the airport, though this service is typically not available for Branson hotels. Cab, van and car services are also available for hire.

Weather in Springfield

The reviews at Orbitz.com can give you a good idea of how weather impacts certain attractions. Temperatures range from the 20s in January to the 90s in July and August. Overall, the temperatures are moderate with regular rain in spring and fall, and snow in winter.

Springfield Tourist Spots

Take a boat ride through Fantastic Caverns, stroll through the Mizumoto Japanese Gardens or feed the giraffes at Dickerson Park Zoo. Visit the 1984 Arcade or Discovery Center with the kids, head out for a day for adults at the Pythian Castle for ghostly tours and murder mystery shows or stop at Mother's Brewing Company to sample some of the area's local beer. Orbitz.com can help you find great prices on local attractions while you're buying tickets for flights to Springfield or after you get there.