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RIC

Richmond International Airport

Richmond, United States

Where to start
Uber / Lyft

Virginia's capital city airport. Rideshare is the primary option. GRTC bus provides limited transit to downtown.

Ride Options

Uber

rideshare

Convenient to downtown Richmond and surrounding Virginia area

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteTNC zone outside the terminal.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Lyft

rideshare

Alternative rideshare

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteSame TNC zone as Uber.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Licensed Taxi

taxi

No-app alternative

AvailabilityAvailable during operating hours
Pickup NoteOutside the terminal.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Rideshare pickup in the designated TNC zone outside the terminal.

Taxi

Licensed taxis outside baggage claim.

Shuttle

Hotel shuttles from outside the terminal.

Transit

GRTC bus Route 7 (Express) provides limited airport service. Rideshare recommended.

Travel Extras

Need a SIM?Need a lounge?Need a hotel?Need bag storage?

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Local Tips

  • GRTC bus 7A connects RIC to downtown Richmond every 30 minutes.
  • RIC to central Richmond is ~15-20 minutes via I-64 west off-peak.
  • RIC rideshare thins after the last evening flight wave (~10:30 PM) — pre-book if arriving later.
  • Surge spikes during major UCI / Richmond Marathon events and VCU basketball season.
  • RIC surge spikes during major conventions, big sports games, and university move-in/move-out weekends in Richmond — pre-book if your dates align.