Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia from $1,020

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to District of Columbia

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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 10 March 2026.

Mon 5/1011:55
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops26h 18m
United Airlines
Sat 17/1022:10
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop44h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,545
Mon 16/310:30
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops23h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 30/316:11
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops25h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,548
Mon 16/310:30
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop25h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 30/317:55
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,548
Mon 20/410:55
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
Lufthansa
Mon 27/417:55
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/3$1,567
Mon 5/1011:55
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops25h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 17/1016:07
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,594
Fri 24/413:35
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop21h 47m
Qantas Airways
Fri 1/518:59
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop44h 01m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,608
Sun 3/516:35
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops27h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 10/507:00
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops33h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,612
Mon 20/409:45
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop24h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 27/411:58
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop27h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,632
Fri 24/413:35
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
Qantas Airways
Fri 1/517:59
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop45h 01m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,657
Wed 22/410:00
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Wed 29/417:10
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops24h 40m
Delta
Deal found 8/3$1,667
Wed 22/410:00
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops27h 03m
Delta
Wed 29/415:00
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 8/3$1,667
Fri 24/412:10
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Fri 1/514:36
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 19m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/3$1,680

Find 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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,567

One-way from

$1,020

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,577
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 20/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 11m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 35m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($482 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:30-16:29

1 stop20h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

17:55-08:15

1 stop24h 20m

$1,567

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

09:45-20:48

2 stops25h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 27/4

13:45-05:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,639

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

10:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 29/4

17:10-07:50

2 stops24h 40m

$1,667

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

10:55-22:18

1 stop25h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/4

16:10-08:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,701

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:00-00:42

2 stops28h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

19:38-07:50

2 stops46h 12m

$1,716

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

10:55-05:56

1 stop33h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 27/4

17:55-07:30

1 stop23h 35m

$1,923

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

08:35-22:43

2 stops28h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 16/6

17:55-10:55

2 stops27h 00m

$2,423

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

20:30-19:58

3 stops37h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/5

11:00-11:25

3 stops34h 25m

$2,542

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

09:00-19:13

2 stops24h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 16/6

17:16-06:45

1 stop23h 29m

$2,599

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

06:00-20:35

2 stops28h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 30/4

16:59-10:35

2 stops27h 36m

$2,701

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to District of Columbia

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $473). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,459). 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.

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 10 March 2026.
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

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Related info for your journey

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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 25h 03m. There are 16377 km between Melbourne Airport and District of Columbia. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $473). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,459). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$860Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,026Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,087Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,475Average$2,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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