Richmond International (KRIC), Virginia
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Richmond International Airport, KRIC, sits in Richmond, Virginia, roughly 19 nautical miles from the metro core it serves. The airport is towered, holds a Tier 1 traffic classification, and handles a mix of airline, cargo, and business aviation operations across two paved runways. Both 100LL and Jet A are available on the field, and CBP inspection services operate onsite alongside a USDA compliance agreement, supporting international arrivals.
Runways
Richmond International has two paved runways. The longest, 16/34, is 9,003 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Runway geometry from published threshold coordinates. Not for navigation.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Richmond International has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available 24 hours a day, every day, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Richmond International has US Customs and Border Protection clearance available onsite, with general clearance for international arrivals. A USDA compliance agreement is in place.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Richmond International recorded 14,638 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in May, September and October. Business aviation traffic at KRIC is concentrated in the fall months, with October showing the highest monthly volume of the year.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month October, 1,363 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Richmond International averages 16.9 days above 90°F in July, 20.3 freeze days in January and 1.0 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 89.5°F, and January the coldest, at 47.8°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Richmond International has published operating constraints in six categories: weight restrictions, runway notes, environmental, construction, pavement strength and other notes.
The ACR apron is closed to unscheduled aircraft weighing under 35,000 pounds.
The hold line for Runway 20 on the east side is located across Runway 34, 150 feet from the departure end. The hold line for Runway 20 on the west side is across Taxiway A and also serves as the hold line for Runway 16; signage indicates both runways.
Due to the close proximity to Runway 02/20, Taxiway Uniform signage may be behind the aircraft once clear of Runway 02/20.
Bird activity is present in the vicinity of all runways, taxiways, and the airport.
Construction is ongoing at the airport; operators should be alert for frequent runway and taxiway closures.
PCR VALUE: 820/F/C/X/T
PCR VALUE: 600/F/B/X/T
Turbojet aircraft practice landings are not permitted between 2200 and 0700 local time.
There are no edge lights on the north-south section of Taxiway V; reflectors only are provided.
Vehicles not equipped with radios cross the midfield taxiways C, E, and H, and drive on Taxiway L.
The following areas are not visible from the tower: portions of the ACR apron and the ANG aircraft parking ramp.
Richmond International Airport has facility constraints that limit its ability to accommodate diverted flights, and strongly encourages aircraft operators to contact airport operations for prior coordination of diverted flights, except in the case of a declared in-flight emergency.
The section of Taxiway V between Taxiway A and Taxiway R is restricted from use by aircraft with wingspans greater than 99 feet.
No taxiing is permitted between pushed-back aircraft and the terminal on the ACR ramp.
Due to operational constraints, aircraft pushed back for departure are prohibited from holding on the ACR ramps for more than 5 minutes.
ATC clearance is required for pushbacks from gates A6, A8, A10, A12, A14, B5, B7, B9, B11, and B13 onto Taxiway A.
ATC clearance is required for pushback from hardstands C9, C10, and C12 onto Taxiway T.
Airport surface conditions are not monitored between 0000 and 0600 local time.
Contact Airport Operations for airfield information.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Richmond International has five airfields within 30 NM. The closest is Richmond Executive / Chesterfield County (KFCI), 11.43 NM southwest.
Part of the Richmond and Norfolk area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KRIC
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Frequently asked questions
What runways are available at KRIC?
Richmond International Airport, KRIC, operates two paved asphalt runways. Runway 16/34 is the longer of the pair at 9,003 feet, with a width of 150 feet. Runway 02/20 measures 6,607 feet long and is also 150 feet wide. Both runways support the airport's mix of airline, cargo, and business aviation traffic. The field elevation is 168 feet.
Does Richmond International Airport have customs available for international arrivals?
Yes, Richmond International Airport provides CBP inspection services onsite, and a USDA compliance agreement is also in place. This combination supports aircraft arriving from abroad without requiring a diversion to another customs facility. Operators should still coordinate arrival details with airport operations given the facility's noted constraints on handling unscheduled traffic. The airport is towered and open on an ALL / ALL / ALL attendance schedule, which supports customs coordination outside standard business hours.
Are there restrictions on aircraft parking on the ACR apron at KRIC?
Yes, the ACR apron at Richmond International Airport, KRIC, is closed to unscheduled aircraft weighing under 35,000 pounds. Operators of lighter unscheduled flights should plan for alternate parking arrangements. Additionally, aircraft that have been pushed back on the ACR ramp are prohibited from holding there for more than five minutes due to operational constraints. Portions of the ACR apron are also not visible from the tower, so coordination with ground control is advisable.
Can widebody or large-span aircraft use all taxiways at KRIC?
Not entirely. At Richmond International Airport, the section of Taxiway V between Taxiway A and Taxiway R is restricted from use by aircraft with wingspans greater than 99 feet. Additionally, the north-south section of Taxiway V lacks edge lighting and relies on reflectors only, which is relevant for night or low-visibility operations. Operators of larger aircraft should review taxi routing in advance to avoid the restricted segment.
How does KRIC handle diverted flights?
Richmond International Airport, KRIC, has facility constraints that limit its ability to accommodate diverted flights. Aircraft operators are strongly encouraged to contact airport operations for prior coordination before diverting to KRIC. This requirement does not apply in the case of a declared in-flight emergency, where the airport will accept the flight without prior coordination. Given ongoing construction on the airfield, operators should also expect frequent runway and taxiway closures that could affect diversion planning.