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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Richmond from $2,372

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RIC
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 May 2026.

Thu 28/509:45
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops40h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/609:25
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,372
Thu 28/509:45
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops26h 12m
American Airlines
Thu 4/613:05
RIC
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,726
Mon 15/613:35
MEL
-
RIC
1 stop23h 22m
Qantas Airways
Mon 22/615:00
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$2,772
Thu 18/606:35
MEL
-
RIC
3 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/609:25
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,826
Thu 13/809:45
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops39h 29m
American Airlines
Mon 17/815:10
RIC
-
MEL
1 stop23h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,862
Mon 15/613:35
MEL
-
RIC
2 stops24h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/613:31
RIC
-
MEL
3 stops30h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$2,971

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,554

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,864
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 27/5-3/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 32m total
  • Melbourne to Richmond
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

09:45-12:02

2 stops40h 17m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/6

09:25-06:45

1 stop31h 20m

$2,372

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

09:45-21:57

2 stops26h 12m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/6

13:05-06:45

2 stops27h 40m

$2,726
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

13:35-22:57

1 stop23h 22m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 22/6

19:26-12:05

2 stops26h 39m

$2,816

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

06:35-21:04

3 stops28h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 25/6

09:25-06:45

1 stop31h 20m

$2,826

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

09:45-09:43

2 stops37h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 17/8

11:44-05:00

1 stop27h 16m

$2,868

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

13:35-23:51

2 stops24h 16m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 22/6

13:31-10:00

3 stops30h 29m

$2,971

MelbourneRichmond

MEL - RIC

MELRIC

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

10:55-23:03

2 stops26h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 17/8

12:51-07:30

2 stops28h 39m

$3,017

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Richmond

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Richmond (average of $742). Flying from Melbourne to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,457). 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 4 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Melbourne to Richmond. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

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?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 11.2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Richmond. 1 airline have flights to Byrd Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Richmond Byrd Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Richmond?

    Departing from Melbourne to Richmond will take you 23h 22m. There are 16320 km between Melbourne and Richmond. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $1,153, United Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Richmond and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is priced at 36% 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 to Richmond?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Richmond (average of $742). Flying from Melbourne to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,457). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Richmond

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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