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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond from $871

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIC
7 Jan — 14 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Richmond

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Best flights from Melbourne to Richmond
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Richmond that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

Thu 22/113:00MEL - RIC
2 stops26h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/110:51RIC - MEL
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,322
Thu 22/116:05MEL - RIC
1 stop22h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 29/106:30RIC - MEL
1 stop30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,366
Thu 22/116:05MEL - RIC
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/115:41RIC - MEL
2 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$1,571
Thu 22/116:05MEL - RIC
1 stop38h 42mQantas Airways
Thu 29/106:30RIC - MEL
1 stop30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/12$1,601
Wed 11/212:00MEL - RIC
2 stops40h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 15/219:01RIC - MEL
1 stop41h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$2,451

Find 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 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,322

One-way from

$871

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,596
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 16m total
  • Melbourne to Richmond
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19/1
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 56m total
  • Melbourne to Richmond
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($251 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Richmond

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

13:00-23:07

2 stops26h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 29/1

10:51-10:00

2 stops31h 09m

$1,322

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

16:05-23:01

1 stop22h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 29/1

06:30-05:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,366

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

16:05-23:01

1 stop22h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 29/1

15:41-12:25

2 stops28h 44m

$1,571

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

16:05-14:47

1 stop38h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 29/1

06:30-05:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,601

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

12:00-12:38

2 stops40h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 15/2

19:01-05:00

1 stop41h 59m

$2,451

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

16:05-23:01

1 stop22h 56m

$871

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

11:30-23:07

2 stops27h 37m

$880

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

16:05-14:47

1 stop38h 42m

$1,016

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 4/1

23:55-18:47

3 stops34h 52m

$3,063

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sat 3/1

16:40-21:31

3 stops44h 51m

$3,351

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Richmond

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond (average of $733). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 MEL to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Richmond at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 8 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, such as Qantas Airways and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,079 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.

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?

    If you book a flight to Richmond from Melbourne, you will be flying to Byrd Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is located 11.2 km from the centre of Richmond. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Byrd Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in just under 22h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 46m. There are 16320 km between Melbourne Airport and Richmond. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,250), and Qantas Airways ($1,847) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Richmond. United Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 holiday 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond (average of $733). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Richmond. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,250Average$2,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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