RIC (Richmond) to PIE (St. Petersburg) flights arrive on time 61% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Allegiant Air at 62%. The average delay is 108 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.RIC → PIE
RIC (Richmond) to PIE (St. Petersburg)
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This route is frequently delayed. About 61% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from RIC
80% on timeExpect ~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).
Arriving at PIE
74% on timeWhen flights into PIE are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PIE: TSA is ~10 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.