Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): what you need to know
Kingston is one hour behind Richmond and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RIC to KIN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIC and KIN include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
$514 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $665. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from RIC to KIN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)'s on-time performance, 77.63% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RIC:
Arriving at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
If you're landing on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KIN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Norman Manley International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Island Car Rentals, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Kingston and beyond.
Booking your ride from Norman Manley International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
From Norman Manley International Airport, Kingston is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kingston in May.
The warmest month in Kingston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Norman Manley International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIC to KIN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've seen Kingston, now it's time to explore other parts of Jamaica. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Spanish Town to tick off its popular sights. From Angels Plaza to Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 8 kilometres south-west of Kingston, Portmore is another essential stop in Jamaica. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Keimo Point, Wajo Plaza and Hiking Trail.
