$97 Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Colorado Springs (DEN)

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.

Airports in Colorado Springs

If you are looking for cheap flights to Colorado Springs, Colorado, check out Orbitz.com for great deals. Colorado Springs Airport, also known as the City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport, is located six miles southeast of central Colorado Springs, at 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway. Five airlines provide service on three runways.

Transportation From the Airport

The airport offers a variety of ground transportation services, including six rental car companies located near the baggage claim area. Check to see if your hotel offers a shuttle from the airport. There are also taxis available. Spring Cab and Yellow Cab provide service to the airport. Orbitz.com can help you with more than just air tickets. While you are finding your air ticket to Colorado Springs, you can book a rental car too.

Weather in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs features a semi-arid climate, with an average of just 16 inches of precipitation a year. The hot, dry summers see average temperatures in the 80s, with highs reaching into the 90s. Most precipitation in Colorado Springs comes during July and August, when there are frequent afternoon rainstorms. Winter temperatures average in the 30s. Although the area receives snow, it often melts quickly.

Major Attractions in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The Garden of the Gods provides options for hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking and horseback riding. The Cave of the Winds offers tours daily. Colorado Springs is also home to the United States Olympic Training Center. When you are planning a trip, check Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Colorado Springs.