CLT (Charlotte) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is PSA Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.CLT → RIC
CLT (Charlotte) to RIC (Richmond)
CLT → RIC on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
PSA Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 83% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
PSA Airlines leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 72%.
Good to know
Departing from CLT
80% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 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 ~5 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.