Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Sydney (SYD) from $1,449

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIC — SYD
May 18 — May 251

The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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 13, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,552

Round-trip from

$1,110
High demand for flights, 35% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 38% on the overall cost on flights from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

To save on the cost of your flight from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney, book at least 40 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 153% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,387 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,645.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

March can be a great time to fly to Sydney from Richmond, Virginia with a flight ticket averaging about $1,802. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $1,017. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney (RIC - SYD)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Richmond to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Richmond and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Richmond to Sydney. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 9/32:35 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops26h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1110:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,449
Fri 8/26:30 amRIC - SYD
2 stops34h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/99:30 amSYD - RIC
2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,549

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Richmond to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Richmond and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've found from Richmond to Sydney. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 9/33:30 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop24h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 9/113:50 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop20h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,045
Fri 8/23:36 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop24h 39mQantas Airways
Fri 8/93:50 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop21h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$2,123

Cheap Richmond to Sydney flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Richmond to Sydney specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Prices were last updated on May 13, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Richmond to Sydney in May and June 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 6/125:01 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops23h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1910:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,449
Wed 6/1210:45 amRIC - SYD
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/199:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,864
Wed 6/198:22 amRIC - SYD
2 stops45h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:35 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$2,305
Wed 6/128:22 amRIC - SYD
2 stops45h 23mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/195:35 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$2,551
Wed 6/126:31 amRIC - SYD
3 stops34h 49mAir Canada
Wed 6/199:20 amSYD - RIC
3 stops28h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/13$2,665
Wed 6/194:02 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops25h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/249:15 amSYD - RIC
2 stops28h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$2,718
Wed 6/123:48 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/193:50 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop21h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$2,767
Wed 6/193:48 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop24h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:35 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$2,922
Wed 6/193:34 pmRIC - SYD
3 stops52h 01mLATAM Airlines
Mon 6/2411:35 amSYD - RIC
3 stops37h 56mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/13$3,227

Richmond to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Richmond to Sydney in May and June 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 9/32:35 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops26h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1110:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,449
Fri 8/26:30 amRIC - SYD
2 stops34h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/99:30 amSYD - RIC
2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,549
Fri 8/210:38 amRIC - SYD
3 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/99:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,632
Thu 9/54:49 pmRIC - SYD
2 stops25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/57:45 amSYD - RIC
3 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,659
Sun 7/147:10 amRIC - SYD
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Sat 8/39:25 amSYD - RIC
2 stops25h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/12$1,662
Thu 9/59:26 amRIC - SYD
2 stops39h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/55:35 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop41h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,745
Sun 7/149:26 amRIC - SYD
2 stops39h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/35:35 pmSYD - RIC
1 stop41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,765
Wed 6/1210:45 amRIC - SYD
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/199:20 amSYD - RIC
2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,864
Tue 9/33:30 pmRIC - SYD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/119:10 amSYD - RIC
2 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,944

Find flights from Richmond to Sydney within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.

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Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/3

2 stops26h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/11

2 stops25h 32m

$1,449

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/2

2 stops34h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/9

2 stops23h 23m

$1,549

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/2

3 stops30h 42m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/9

2 stops26h 14m

$1,632

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops25h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

3 stops27h 57m

$1,659

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 7/14

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/3

2 stops25h 31m

$1,662

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/3

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/11

1 stop20h 48m

$2,045

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/3

3 stops35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/11

2 stops26h 07m

$2,401

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/19

2 stops25h 03m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/24

2 stops28h 27m

$2,718

Richmond Byrd IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

RIC - SYD

RICSYD

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 6/19

3 stops52h 01m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/24

3 stops37h 56m

$3,227

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When is the best time to book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Sydney. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Sydney. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Sydney by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to Sydney is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $2,038. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney (average of $1,110). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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.

January

$1,298

February

$1,110

March

$1,132

April

$1,359

May

$1,369

June

$1,386

July

$1,427

August

$1,305

September

$1,276

October

$1,214

November

$1,279

December

$1,397

Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

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

SYD

Temperature

51.8 - 71.6 °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 13, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air Canada from Richmond to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
971 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.6
Good
2,423 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,980 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,575 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,736 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,449, but on average you can expect to pay $2,073.

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

    United Airlines, at $1,449, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Qantas Airways. United Airlines is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to Sydney?

  • What does RIC to SYD mean?

    Great question - RIC to SYD just means Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Richmond to Sydney with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Sydney that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond to Sydney offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Richmond to Sydney?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond to Sydney flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Richmond, Virginia to Sydney flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/13.

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American AirlinesCheapest$1,199Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,273Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,390Average$2,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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