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$662+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to New Zealand

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — AKL
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$796
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$662
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,160
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/223:33 pmRIC - AKL
1 stop23h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/74:55 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops25h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$796
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Tue 2/36:30 amRIC - AKL
1 stop32h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/101:20 pmAKL - RIC
1 stop19h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$800
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 1/305:23 pmRIC - AKL
2 stops21h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/143:50 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops21h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$931
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 1/121:17 pmRIC - AKL
2 stops25h 18mDelta
Mon 1/262:35 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops25h 57mDelta
Deal found 1/7$966
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/273:33 pmRIC - CHC
2 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/136:15 amCHC - RIC
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,021
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 5/18:00 pmRIC - AKL
2 stops43h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/161:50 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops25h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,056
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 4/17:59 pmRIC - AKL
2 stops40h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/148:15 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops29h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 2/27:19 amRIC - AKL
2 stops31h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/63:50 pmAKL - RIC
2 stops25h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,116
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 2/93:41 pmRIC - CHC
2 stops27h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/28:35 pmCHC - RIC
2 stops44h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,116
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/273:57 pmRIC - CHC
3 stops27h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/139:00 amCHC - RIC
2 stops26h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 2/93:41 pmRIC - CHC
2 stops27h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/211:50 amCHC - RIC
3 stops28h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,211
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 2/163:33 pmRIC - ZQN
2 stops31h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/111:25 pmZQN - RIC
2 stops42h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,276

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to New Zealand 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 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Richmond

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New Zealand

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Depart

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Price

RichmondAuckland

RIC - AKL

RICAKL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

1:04 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 51m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/10

1:20 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$796

RichmondAuckland

RIC - AKL

RICAKL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/21

1:04 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 51m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/28

4:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$796

RichmondAuckland

RIC - AKL

RICAKL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 2/22

7:05 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/7

4:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$796

RichmondAuckland

RIC - AKL

RICAKL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/1

3:33 pm-9:55 am

2 stops24h 22m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/15

4:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$796

RichmondAuckland

RIC - AKL

RICAKL

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/30

3:41 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 29m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/14

1:20 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop27h 29m

$927

RichmondChristchurch

RIC - CHC

RICCHC

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/27

3:33 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops27h 42m

Christchurch

Fri 3/13

6:15 am-10:25 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,021

RichmondChristchurch

RIC - CHC

RICCHC

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/9

3:41 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops27h 34m

Christchurch

Mon 3/2

8:35 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,116

RichmondChristchurch

RIC - CHC

RICCHC

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/27

3:57 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops27h 18m

Christchurch

Fri 3/13

9:00 am-6:16 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,151

RichmondChristchurch

RIC - CHC

RICCHC

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/9

5:23 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops25h 52m

Christchurch

Mon 3/2

11:50 am-9:58 pm

3 stops28h 08m

$1,211

RichmondQueenstown

RIC - ZQN

RICZQN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/16

3:33 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops31h 17m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/11

1:25 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$1,276

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to New Zealand (average of $325). Flying from Richmond to New Zealand in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,505). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Richmond to New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,143 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,097 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) if they book a flight from Richmond to New Zealand. Richmond Byrd Intl is conveniently located just 6.9 mi from Richmond’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to New Zealand?

    For as low as $796, American Airlines can have you in New Zealand from Richmond in 26h 51m. Richmond and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 8571 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to New Zealand?

    The most popular flight routes from Richmond to New Zealand are Richmond Byrd Intl - Auckland Intl, Richmond Byrd Intl - Queenstown Intl and Richmond Byrd Intl - Christchurch.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to New Zealand?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to New Zealand (average of $325). Flying from Richmond to New Zealand in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,505). 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 New Zealand

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to New Zealand. 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$792Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,317Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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