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$1,162+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Melbourne (MEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — MEL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,794
(United)

One-way from

$1,162
(United Airlines)

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June

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July

Average price

$1,554
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Best flights from Richmond to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Richmond to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/510:40 amRIC - MEL
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/2411:30 amMEL - RIC
2 stops25h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,794
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/16:02 amRIC - MEL
2 stops36h 48mAir New Zealand
Sat 2/88:35 amMEL - RIC
2 stops29h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$1,923
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/56:04 amRIC - MEL
2 stops36h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/249:20 amMEL - RIC
3 stops47h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,928
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 3/67:03 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop42h 37mQantas Airways
Sat 3/157:25 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops33h 51mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,154
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2010:23 amRIC - MEL
2 stops40h 02mQatar Airways
Mon 2/2411:30 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops36h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,155

Find flights from Richmond to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Melbourne 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 December 18, 2024.

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RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/5

10:40 am-10:00 am

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 2/24

11:30 am-9:22 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,794

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/1

6:02 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 48m

Melbourne

Sat 2/8

8:35 am-10:14 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$1,923

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/5

6:04 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 46m

Melbourne

Mon 2/24

9:20 am-5:16 pm

3 stops47h 56m

$1,928

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/6

7:03 pm-5:40 am

1 stop42h 37m

Melbourne

Sat 3/15

7:25 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops33h 51m

$2,154

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/20

10:23 am-6:25 pm

2 stops40h 02m

Melbourne

Mon 2/24

11:30 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops36h 31m

$2,155

RichmondMelbourne

RIC - MEL

RICMEL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/18

8:20 pm-9:30 am

2 stops45h 10m

$1,162

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Deals found on 12/18

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Melbourne

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

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 $1,576). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

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 $1,794. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,923 and $2,154, 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 $1,576). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$1,034Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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