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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond from $1,350

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIC
3 Jul — 10 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Richmond

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 June 2026.

Mon 31/810:55
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops41h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 14/916:17
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops25h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,350
Tue 14/710:55
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops49h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 21/706:00
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops36h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,352
Sun 30/810:55
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops37h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 13/906:00
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops36h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,353
Sun 30/809:45
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops24h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 13/919:31
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop43h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,495
Mon 31/809:45
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops23h 56m
American Airlines
Mon 7/915:10
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops29h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,551
Mon 31/813:35
MEL
-
RIC
1 stop23h 24m
Qantas Airways
Sat 12/915:15
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,606
Wed 30/913:35
MEL
-
RIC
1 stop22h 57m
Qantas Airways
Sat 10/1015:04
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop22h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,759
Wed 30/913:35
MEL
-
RIC
1 stop22h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 14/1015:04
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop22h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,778
Tue 1/910:55
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops26h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 15/913:00
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops29h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,790
Wed 30/909:30
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops25h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 10/1019:55
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops46h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,791
Wed 30/910:55
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops26h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 14/1015:00
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,794

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 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,350

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,072
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/8-12/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 08m total
  • Melbourne to Richmond
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

10:55-09:57

2 stops37h 02m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 13/9

06:00-08:15

2 stops36h 15m

$1,350

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

06:00-22:51

3 stops30h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 21/7

06:15-08:15

2 stops36h 00m

$1,675

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

10:55-22:56

2 stops26h 01m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 15/9

13:00-08:15

2 stops29h 15m

$1,790

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

10:00-00:51

2 stops28h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 24/7

13:03-07:50

2 stops28h 47m

$2,079

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

13:35-14:17

1 stop38h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/9

15:10-10:15

2 stops29h 05m

$2,224

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

09:00-22:57

2 stops27h 57m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 21/7

19:28-05:00

1 stop43h 32m

$2,346

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

10:55-23:18

2 stops26h 23m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/7

17:24-07:30

2 stops48h 06m

$2,737

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:45-14:17

2 stops42h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/8

19:25-05:00

1 stop43h 35m

$2,885
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

07:45-18:36

2 stops24h 51m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 24/7

15:39-10:35

3 stops28h 56m

$2,932

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:30-20:30

2 stops25h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/8

12:54-08:15

2 stops29h 21m

$3,033

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond (average of $1,155). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,495). 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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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 3 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Richmond, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,771 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,771 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,771 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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 1 airline.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in just under 28h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 51m. There are 16320 km between Melbourne Airport and Richmond. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Richmond round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,155), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Richmond. United Airlines is priced at 37% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Richmond (average of $1,155). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Richmond in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,495). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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