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$1,521+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Sydney (SYD)

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RIC — SYD
May 6 — May 131
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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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,650
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,491
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-Sydney Kingsford Smith flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Richmond Byrd Intl-Sydney Kingsford Smith flights.
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($268 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

Find flight deals from Richmond to Sydney

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 May 1, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:25 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops48h 10mAir Canada
Sun 11/1611:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops27h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 12/296:20 amRIC - SYD
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2011:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops27h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,562
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/83:29 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop23h 26mQantas Airways
Sun 11/162:30 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop19h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,664
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 11/87:16 pmRIC - SYD
3 stops56h 29mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/169:40 pmSYD - RIC
3 stops55h 41mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,777
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 11/82:17 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops24h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:30 pmSYD - RIC
3 stops40h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,848
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 12/296:38 amRIC - SYD
1 stop32h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/192:30 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop23h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,974
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/301:27 pmRIC - SYD
3 stops51h 58mQatar Airways
Wed 5/78:45 pmSYD - RIC
2 stops40h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$2,575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 7/512:32 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops28h 03mDelta
Tue 7/229:25 amSYD - RIC
2 stops29h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/30$3,822

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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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RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/14

1:15 pm-6:55 am

2 stops27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

10:20 am-11:13 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$1,650

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/14

6:32 am-8:45 am

2 stops36h 13m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

1:45 pm-10:05 am

3 stops34h 20m

$2,337

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/14

4:41 pm-7:30 am

2 stops24h 49m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

10:25 am-10:58 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$2,662

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/14

7:26 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 29m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

10:25 am-6:36 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$3,102

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/5

12:32 pm-6:35 am

2 stops28h 03m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/22

9:25 am-12:28 am

2 stops29h 03m

$3,822

RichmondSydney

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/5

6:00 am-7:20 am

3 stops35h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/22

9:20 am-9:30 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$5,568

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/30

Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Sydney

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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 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-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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sydney (average of $1,043). Flying from Richmond to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 May 1, 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 afternoon.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Sydney is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,650 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Qantas Airways, starting at $2,662 and $3,102 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 2% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Sydney (average of $1,043). Flying from Richmond to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 Sydney

Discover the top 4 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,219Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,269Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,591Average$3,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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