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Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Richmond (RIC) from $1,396

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — RIC
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Tue 6/18
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Richmond (RIC). 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 June 6, 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,991

Round-trip from

$276
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From Melbourne to Richmond Byrd Intl
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Richmond, Virginia from Melbourne Airport average $1,943. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,943, as users have found deals to Richmond, Virginia from as low as $951. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Richmond, Virginia from Melbourne Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 24%.

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

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

Cheap Melbourne to Richmond flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Richmond specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Richmond in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 6/1710:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/68:15 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops46h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,853
Mon 7/2211:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops26h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/268:17 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops67h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,089
Mon 7/2211:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/267:00 amRIC - MEL
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,135
Mon 6/1710:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/64:57 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops49h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,221
Mon 7/221:00 pmMEL - RIC
3 stops40h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/262:09 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,618
Mon 7/221:00 pmMEL - RIC
3 stops40h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/263:36 pmRIC - MEL
3 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,781
Sun 7/212:25 amMEL - RIC
3 stops57h 09mEmirates
Fri 7/265:15 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops46h 15mEmirates
Deal found 6/4$4,274
Sun 7/212:25 amMEL - RIC
3 stops57h 09mEmirates
Fri 7/265:15 pmRIC - MEL
3 stops36h 20mEmirates
Deal found 6/4$4,281

Melbourne to Richmond 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Richmond in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Richmond in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 9/811:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/145:37 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops45h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,396
Fri 8/161:00 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop39h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/163:42 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops28h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,418
Fri 8/161:00 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops36h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/163:42 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,422
Fri 9/131:00 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop24h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/137:26 amRIC - MEL
1 stop30h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,645
Fri 9/131:00 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops23h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/137:26 amRIC - MEL
1 stop30h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,650
Fri 9/131:00 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop39h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/114:00 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,679
Fri 9/131:00 pmMEL - RIC
2 stops23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/114:00 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,683
Mon 6/1710:55 amMEL - RIC
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/68:15 pmRIC - MEL
2 stops46h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,853
Fri 8/161:00 pmMEL - RIC
1 stop39h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/167:27 pmRIC - MEL
1 stop43h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,874

Find flights from Melbourne to Richmond within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Richmond 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Budget

$1,396 - $4,274

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

2 stops24h 26m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops45h 48m

$1,396

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 6/17

2 stops24h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/6

2 stops46h 00m

$1,853

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 7/22

2 stops26h 04m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/26

2 stops67h 08m

$2,089

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 7/22

2 stops24h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/26

1 stop32h 25m

$2,135

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

1 stop24h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops29h 42m

$2,156

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 6/17

2 stops24h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/6

2 stops49h 18m

$2,221

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

2 stops24h 26m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/14

3 stops36h 19m

$2,352

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 7/22

3 stops40h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/26

2 stops25h 16m

$2,618

MelbourneRichmond Byrd Intl

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 7/21

3 stops57h 09m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 7/26

2 stops46h 15m

$4,274

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Richmond

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Temperature and rainfall in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RIC

Temperature

37.4 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, Virginia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines from Melbourne to Richmond. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city. Byrd Intl is the only Richmond airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 0 airlines have flights to Richmond Byrd Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,396, but on average you can expect to pay $2,559.

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

    Currently priced at $1,396, American Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,853 and $4,274, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does MEL to RIC mean?

    MEL stands for Melbourne Airport, while RIC stands for Richmond Byrd Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Richmond that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Richmond flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Richmond with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Richmond flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Richmond that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Richmond offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Richmond?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Richmond flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia (average of $276). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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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