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$1,262+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Australia

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SYD
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Australia (AU0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Australia
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/22:49 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/912:00 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,262
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2610:20 amRIC - SYD
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2411:15 amSYD - RIC
3 stops47h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:03 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops26h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/911:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops22h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/166:30 amRIC - BNE
2 stops34h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2311:40 amBNE - RIC
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,604
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:10 amRIC - SYD
2 stops32h 25mDelta
Wed 11/1211:05 amSYD - RIC
2 stops28h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/15$1,617
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/301:05 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops30h 20mANA
Thu 11/139:45 pmSYD - RIC
2 stops39h 53mANA
Deal found 1/15$1,626
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:33 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop21h 22mQantas Airways
Mon 11/102:30 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop19h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,646
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:53 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop23h 07mQantas Airways
Sun 10/124:05 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop21h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,669
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/111:25 amRIC - PER
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/810:45 pmPER - RIC
2 stops35h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,866
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:00 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops37h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 11/139:40 pmSYD - RIC
2 stops36h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,889
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:40 amRIC - BNE
2 stops32h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 5/86:25 amBNE - RIC
2 stops25h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,925
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:07 pmRIC - MEL
3 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/129:00 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$2,055

Find flights from Richmond to Australia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/2

2:49 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 41m

Melbourne

Sun 3/9

12:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,262

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/26

10:20 am-11:45 am

3 stops35h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/24

11:15 am-9:04 pm

3 stops47h 49m

$1,399

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/3

8:25 pm-7:00 am

2 stops44h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/13

10:20 am-10:19 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,509

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/3

3:12 pm-6:35 am

2 stops25h 23m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/13

10:25 am-10:22 pm

1 stop25h 57m

$1,776

RichmondPerth

RIC - PER

RICPER

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/1

11:25 am-6:45 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Perth

Sat 3/8

10:45 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops35h 54m

$1,866

RichmondBrisbane

RIC - BNE

RICBNE

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/29

6:40 am-5:00 am

2 stops32h 20m

Brisbane

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,925

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/11

2:48 pm-5:40 am

1 stop22h 52m

Melbourne

Mon 2/17

6:00 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops44h 54m

$2,119

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/13

8:56 am-9:30 am

1 stop33h 34m

Melbourne

Sat 3/29

1:45 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops45h 54m

$2,143

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/30

6:04 am-10:25 am

2 stops36h 21m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/5

7:15 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops42h 59m

$2,228

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/2

7:25 am-9:35 am

2 stops34h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/9

11:20 am-7:13 pm

3 stops47h 53m

$2,275

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Richmond to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Australia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from Richmond to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to Australia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Emirates from Richmond to Australia to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Australia?

    Located just 6.9 mi from the city center, Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Australia from Richmond.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from Richmond to Australia are Richmond Byrd Intl - Melbourne, Richmond Byrd Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Richmond Byrd Intl - Brisbane.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from Richmond to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Richmond to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,035Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,143Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,675Average$3,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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