Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia from $962

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,666

One-way from

$962

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,674
Air China
  • Air China
  • 3/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 87h 55m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Air China
  • Air China
  • 26/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 15m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($487 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($107 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Mon 3/1120:15MEL - IAD
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Tue 25/1122:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 40mAir China
Deal found 22/10$1,666
Thu 23/1008:35MEL - IAD
2 stops27h 24mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/1106:00IAD - MEL
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/10$1,757
Wed 5/1108:35MEL - IAD
2 stops28h 16mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/1115:25IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/10$1,780
Mon 3/1120:15MEL - IAD
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Wed 26/1106:30IAD - MEL
2 stops41h 10mAir China
Deal found 22/10$1,825
Sun 2/1120:15MEL - IAD
2 stops51h 06mAir China
Tue 25/1122:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 40mAir China
Deal found 22/10$1,832
Tue 18/1112:10MEL - IAD
2 stops25h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/1112:35IAD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/10$1,863
Sun 2/1120:15MEL - IAD
2 stops50h 33mAir China
Thu 27/1112:35IAD - MEL
2 stops59h 05mAir China
Deal found 22/10$1,991
Wed 5/1108:35MEL - DCA
2 stops28h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/1114:51DCA - MEL
2 stops28h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/10$2,003
Fri 7/1120:15MEL - IAD
2 stops39h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/122:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10$2,102
Tue 18/1107:30MEL - IAD
3 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1109:00IAD - MEL
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,117
Wed 5/1106:00MEL - DCA
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1116:59DCA - MEL
2 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$2,122
Wed 29/1007:20MEL - DCA
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1107:00DCA - MEL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,168

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Melbourne

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:35-23:56

2 stops29h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

16:10-10:55

2 stops27h 45m

$1,945

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:35-20:59

2 stops26h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 14/3

12:00-09:25

3 stops30h 25m

$1,946

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-16:23

1 stop20h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

16:10-09:00

1 stop25h 50m

$2,360

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

13:00-21:43

1 stop24h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 23/1

15:30-09:30

2 stops26h 00m

$2,374

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

22:40-19:20

2 stops36h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 24/11

13:30-20:55

2 stops39h 25m

$2,429

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

07:20-18:54

2 stops27h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/12

06:30-05:40

2 stops31h 10m

$2,441

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

12:00-20:00

1 stop24h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/12

09:59-10:05

2 stops32h 06m

$2,470

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

22:40-11:45

2 stops53h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 29/11

21:15-20:55

2 stops31h 40m

$2,541

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

16:05-22:43

1 stop22h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 14/12

11:30-05:00

1 stop25h 30m

$2,558

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

16:05-22:53

2 stops22h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 14/12

11:30-05:00

2 stops25h 30m

$2,592

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to District of Columbia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 24 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia will take you 20h 53m. There are 16344 km between Melbourne Airport and District of Columbia. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,025. Air China flights start at $1,059 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $1,095 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$945Average$2,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,121Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,188Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,432Average$2,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,738Average$2,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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