Distance between Philadelphia, PA (PHL) and Richmond, VA (RIC)
Distance from Philadelphia to Richmond (Philadelphia International Airport – Richmond International Airport) is 198 miles / 319 kilometers / 172 nautical miles.
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How far is Richmond from Philadelphia?
There are several ways to calculate distances between Philadelphia and Richmond. Here are two common methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 198.174 miles
- 318.930 kilometers
- 172.208 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth’s surface, using an ellipsoidal model of the earth.
Haversine formula- 198.245 miles
- 319.044 kilometers
- 172.270 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
Flight duration
Estimated flight time from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) is 52 minutes.
Time difference and current local times
There is no time difference between Philadelphia and Richmond.
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Philadelphia, PA
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Carbon dioxide emissions
Estimated CO2 emissions per passenger is 52 kg (115 pounds).
Airport information
| A | Philadelphia International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Philadelphia, PA |
| Country: | United States  |
| IATA Code: | PHL |
| ICAO Code: | KPHL |
| Coordinates: | 39°52′18″N, 75°14′27″W |
| B | Richmond International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Richmond, VA |
| Country: | United States |
| IATA Code: | RIC |
| ICAO Code: | KRIC |
| Coordinates: | 37°30′18″N, 77°19′10″W |
Philadelphia to Richmond flight path
Shortest flight path between Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Richmond International Airport (RIC).
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