Which airline is most reliable for RIC (Richmond) to IAD (Washington)?

The most reliable airline on the RIC to IAD route is Republic Airways, with an on-time arrival rate of 82%.

How often are flights delayed from RIC to IAD?

About 18% of flights from RIC to IAD experience delays. 82% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on RIC to IAD flights?

When flights from RIC to IAD are delayed, the average delay is approximately 45 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a RIC to IAD flight?

With 82% of RIC to IAD flights arriving on time and an average delay of 45 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at IAD is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

RIC → IAD

RIC (Richmond) to IAD (Washington)

RIC (Richmond) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 82%. The average delay is 45 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from RIC

80% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RIC has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~13 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at IAD

83% on time

When flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.