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$762+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Sydney (SYD)

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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SYD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Sydney (SYD). 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$762
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,903
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/297:41 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops43h 09mDelta
Mon 1/1910:40 amSYD - RIC
2 stops29h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/27$1,295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/297:41 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops43h 09mDelta
Tue 1/2010:40 amSYD - RIC
2 stops38h 19mDelta
Deal found 10/28$1,296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/296:25 amRIC - SYD
2 stops58h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1911:50 amSYD - RIC
1 stop26h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/286:25 amRIC - SYD
2 stops58h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/810:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops25h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,466
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/296:00 amRIC - SYD
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/202:05 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop24h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/2811:20 amRIC - SYD
1 stop27h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/81:05 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop24h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,622
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/293:21 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop23h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/192:05 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop24h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,623
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/123:11 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop23h 44mQantas Airways
Fri 12/197:05 amSYD - RIC
2 stops23h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/28$1,855

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

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RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/29

7:41 pm-6:50 am

2 stops43h 09m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/20

10:40 am-8:59 am

2 stops38h 19m

$1,296

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

6:30 am-6:55 am

1 stop32h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/13

2:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,297

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

12:25 pm-7:25 am

2 stops27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/18

11:20 am-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,301

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

4:28 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/18

11:50 am-10:43 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$1,313

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/29

6:25 am-9:05 am

2 stops58h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/19

11:50 am-10:44 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$1,313

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop33h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/13

11:50 am-3:49 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$1,313

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 4/19

8:20 am-7:00 am

2 stops32h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/23

9:30 am-6:01 pm

2 stops22h 31m

$1,318

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/17

2:15 pm-9:00 am

2 stops27h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/29

10:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,326

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/17

4:31 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 29m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/29

11:20 am-9:05 am

2 stops36h 45m

$1,343

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/18

5:19 pm-9:05 am

2 stops24h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/3

10:30 am-12:13 pm

2 stops40h 43m

$1,365

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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 Sydney in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Sydney 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 Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Sydney

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sydney (average of $137). Flying from Richmond to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Sydney at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Sydney, such as Qantas Airways, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
924 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
924 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
924 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
924 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
924 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Richmond to Sydney can take about 32h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,297. Airlines will cover a distance of 9729 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Sydney is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,107 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $1,206 and $1,315 round-trip. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Sydney one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $762. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Richmond to Sydney for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sydney (average of $137). Flying from Richmond to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Sydney

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Sydney. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,107Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,206Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,315Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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