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$623+ Cheap flights to District of Columbia

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31 Aug — 7 Sep1
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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 1 August 2026.

Wed 9/913:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops35h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/911:12
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,144
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 58m
Air Canada
Sun 20/922:10
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops43h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,346
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops36h 23m
Air Canada
Tue 22/912:43
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops28h 37m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,352
Thu 3/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops40h 24m
Air Canada
Tue 8/908:15
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7$1,393
Tue 27/1010:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 03m
Air Canada
Tue 10/1109:55
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/8$1,400
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops23h 40m
Air Canada
Wed 16/913:10
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops28h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,401
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/914:59
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,403
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops39h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 13/912:55
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops52h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7$1,447
Mon 3/809:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops40h 40m
Air Canada
Sun 16/806:00
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops35h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,450
Tue 10/1111:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops39h 09m
Air Canada
Sun 29/1120:45
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops44h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,455
Mon 14/909:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops24h 39m
Air Canada
Mon 21/920:40
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops44h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,467
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
DCA
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/913:10
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,485

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 1 August 2026.

Return from

$1,144

One-way from

$623

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,453
9/9-25/9
  • 9/9-25/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 69h 50m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
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9/9
  • 9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 12m total
  • Sydney to District of Columbia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:20-00:30

3 stops29h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 20/1

13:05-09:35

2 stops28h 30m

$1,613

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:55-13:04

3 stops41h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 22/9

12:52-10:40

3 stops31h 48m

$1,840

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/12

21:40-20:00

2 stops38h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 22/1

09:30-19:45

2 stops42h 15m

$1,864

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

18:00-10:40

2 stops26h 40m

$1,951

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

11:55-22:13

2 stops24h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 28/8

13:04-10:40

3 stops31h 36m

$2,037

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

$2,154

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/1

11:50-16:25

1 stop20h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 31/1

22:10-09:05

1 stop42h 55m

$2,273

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

13:15-17:59

2 stops42h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 20/9

18:59-11:50

2 stops26h 51m

$2,302
Fastest return journey

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:20-16:23

1 stop21h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 20/1

17:30-09:05

1 stop23h 35m

$2,448

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/12

09:20-16:06

1 stop22h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 27/12

22:10-06:20

1 stop40h 10m

$2,477

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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 21 hours 37 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, American Airlines and Air New Zealand.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $576
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,209
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $366
Air Canada
Air Canada
From $1,176

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

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to District of Columbia are Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and United 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 50 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 1 August 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
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
657 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
1,073 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
10,062 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
11,845 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
11,415 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

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 $158, while return flights cost around $254.

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

    A return flight to District of Columbia will typically cost around $731, however they can be found for as little as $587.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to District of Columbia, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 48 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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