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$1,533+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — MEL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 April 17, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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$1,533
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/810:45 amRIC - MEL
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/159:30 amMEL - RIC
2 stops25h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/13:25 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/83:05 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop21h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,758
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 6/19:26 amRIC - MEL
2 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/812:55 pmMEL - RIC
3 stops35h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,875
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/87:26 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops24h 39mQantas Airways
Sun 6/153:05 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop21h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/16$2,070

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Richmond

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RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/8

10:45 am-8:15 am

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 6/15

9:30 am-9:23 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,533

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

3:25 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

3:05 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$1,758

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

9:26 am-10:50 am

2 stops35h 24m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

12:55 pm-9:59 am

3 stops35h 04m

$1,875

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/8

7:26 pm-10:05 am

2 stops24h 39m

Melbourne

Sun 6/15

3:05 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$2,070

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Deals found on 4/16

Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Melbourne in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Richmond to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to Melbourne. On average, Byrd Intl has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,533. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,758 and $2,070, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Richmond to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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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