ATL (Atlanta) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 56 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ATL → RIC
ATL (Atlanta) to RIC (Richmond)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 86% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 67%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 86% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ATL
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ATL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RIC
80% on timeWhen flights into RIC are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RIC: TSA is ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.