Travelling from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your MLB to RIC flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MLB and RIC:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
At the moment, R 2,131 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,716. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MLB to RIC, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MLB to RIC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
You'll find MLB at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, Suite 220.
Orlando Melbourne International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MLB arrive on schedule 83.82% of the time.
To reach Orlando Melbourne International Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MLB:
Arriving at Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
Reserve a hotel close to RIC if you're on a late Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Richmond and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
From Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), Richmond is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
When to fly to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field). For a quieter experience, travel to Richmond in February.
The warmest month in Richmond is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MLB to RIC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another side of United States, consider Philadelphia, about 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.
