Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Richmond travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 8 360, Richmond is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. We recommend you stay at least 11 days in order to fully appreciate everything Richmond has to offer.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Richmond Brasserie (9-11 Hill St) and Scott's Richmond (Whittaker Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richmond from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 32h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richmond from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 32h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Richmond

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,060 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,529 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,047 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,403 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,411 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,234 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,820 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,586 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,826 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,182 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,378 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $343 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $182 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$122+
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Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$225+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$306+
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Hilton Garden Inn London Heathrow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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ibis budget London Heathrow Central
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$97+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Expect to pay $3.62 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.41 and $57.88. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.62 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.41 and $57.88. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.