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$908+ Cheap flights to District of Columbia

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3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to District of Columbia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 July 2026.

Tue 11/806:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops42h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/811:05
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops45h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,309
Wed 29/706:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops44h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/811:05
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,310
Tue 28/706:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops42h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/809:50
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,320
Thu 13/813:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/808:59
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops36h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,323
Fri 14/813:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/810:45
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,407
Thu 30/713:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/807:48
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops38h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,456
Wed 29/709:10
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops41h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/807:48
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,522
Sat 17/1021:35
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop51h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/1114:35
IAD
-
SYD
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,595
Tue 11/809:10
SYD
-
DCA
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/809:59
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,617
Tue 11/819:40
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops39h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/822:10
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops50h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,624
Sun 26/717:50
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops36h 09m
American Airlines
Tue 28/708:40
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop32h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,627
Wed 29/709:10
SYD
-
DCA
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/809:30
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,826

Find flight deals to District of Columbia

Find the latest flights to District of Columbia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 4 July 2026.

Return from

$1,309

One-way from

$908

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,074
11/8-18/8
  • 11/8-18/8
  • 6 total stops
  • 87h 21m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Sydney to District of Columbia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

20:45-20:00

2 stops38h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/11

09:30-19:45

2 stops42h 15m

$1,839
Fastest return journey

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

11:55-22:13

2 stops24h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 21/9

16:38-08:45

2 stops26h 07m

$1,849

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

11:55-16:04

3 stops42h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 22/9

13:04-08:45

3 stops29h 41m

$1,850

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

09:55-22:13

2 stops26h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/9

13:10-10:40

3 stops31h 30m

$1,850

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

11:55-05:40

2 stops31h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/9

06:42-08:45

2 stops36h 03m

$1,859

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

19:45-19:30

1 stop37h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 24/8

17:42-14:50

2 stops55h 08m

$1,938

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

11:55-05:55

2 stops32h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 22/9

17:55-08:45

2 stops24h 50m

$1,950

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

20:45-20:00

2 stops37h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 21/8

18:59-18:50

2 stops33h 51m

$1,961

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

20:45-17:53

3 stops35h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/10

17:33-19:45

3 stops35h 12m

$1,966

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

20:45-18:14

3 stops35h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 13/9

17:57-18:50

2 stops34h 53m

$1,967

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Everything you need to know about your flight to District of Columbia

How long is the flight to District of Columbia?

On average, a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia takes 24 hours 39 minutes. Flights to District of Columbia from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to District of Columbia are United Airlines, Air New Zealand and American Airlines.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $584
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,347
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $371
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,191

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to District of Columbia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to District of Columbia are Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to District of Columbia?

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to District of Columbia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated 4 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines to the United States. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,056 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,930 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,763 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,296 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

FAQs about flying to District of Columbia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to District of Columbia if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to District of Columbia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to District of Columbia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to District of Columbia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in District of Columbia?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in District of Columbia. One-way flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National typically cost $228, while return flights cost around $258.

  • How much is a return flight to District of Columbia?

    A return flight to District of Columbia will typically cost around $741, however they can be found for as little as $595.

  • Where does the fastest flight to District of Columbia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to District of Columbia, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 21 minutes).

  • Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (0.0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl).

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