Richmond to Fort Smith (RIC–FSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Richmond to Fort Smith
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 958 mi 1h 10m nonstop 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIC and FSM, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIC to FSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
ATL ~4h 25m LAS ~8h 39m DFW ~17h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
27
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RIC → FSM
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Return
FSM → RIC
38%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
38%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RIC delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Fort Smith is 0 hours the same as Richmond.
RIC: EDT · FSM: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Richmond, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Smith.
Distance & Flight Time
958 mi / 1,542 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 10m.
Facts

RIC–FSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Richmond to Fort Smith route.
Route details
Distance958 mi / 1,542 km
Flight time1h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: RIC
Full nameRichmond International Airport
IATA / ICAORIC / KRIC
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr4.9M
Elevation167 ft / 51 m
Destination: FSM
Full nameFort Smith Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOFSM / KFSM
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vincennes
Passengers/yr0.1M
Elevation469 ft / 143 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RIC to FSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Richmond International Airport to Fort Smith Regional Airport take approximately 1h 10m. The route covers 958 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RIC to FSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ATL, LAS and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from RIC to FSM

Richmond International Airport (RIC) and Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIC to FSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIC to FSM ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 958 miles (1,542 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ATL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.