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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia from $1,049

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult

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 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,077

One-way from

$1,049

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,005
Japan Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • 11/6-16/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 49h 10m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($151 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to District of Columbia

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 1 May 2025.

Wed 11/607:25MEL - DCA
2 stops28h 34mJapan Airlines
Mon 16/609:59DCA - MEL
2 stops29h 46mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,077
Wed 11/607:25MEL - DCA
2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/622:09DCA - MEL
2 stops41h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,101
Sun 10/820:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1008:25IAD - MEL
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,104
Wed 25/610:55MEL - IAD
1 stop35h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/717:45IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,227
Sun 10/815:05MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 22/1013:19DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,293
Sun 10/815:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 39mQantas Airways
Wed 22/1011:30IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,293
Sun 10/809:30MEL - DCA
2 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/1018:00DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,324
Wed 11/607:25MEL - IAD
2 stops38h 11mJapan Airlines
Mon 16/606:30IAD - MEL
2 stops33h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,405
Fri 8/820:00MEL - IAD
2 stops47h 18mAir China
Fri 31/1023:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 45mAir China
Deal found 30/4$2,568
Sun 10/819:00MEL - IAD
2 stops35h 21mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/1117:30IAD - MEL
1 stop24h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$2,646
Sat 9/821:20MEL - IAD
2 stops52h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/1113:10IAD - MEL
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,699
Wed 11/608:35MEL - IAD
2 stops35h 02mAir New Zealand
Sun 15/608:15IAD - MEL
2 stops46h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/4$2,749

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:25-21:59

2 stops28h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/6

09:59-05:45

2 stops29h 46m

$2,077

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:25-20:43

2 stops27h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 15/6

22:09-05:45

2 stops41h 36m

$2,101

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

20:00-06:53

2 stops48h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/10

08:25-15:35

2 stops40h 10m

$2,104

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 25/6

10:55-00:34

2 stops27h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/7

17:45-07:30

1 stop23h 45m

$2,227

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-01:05

1 stop24h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/10

13:19-05:00

1 stop24h 41m

$2,293

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-22:44

1 stop21h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/10

11:30-05:00

1 stop26h 30m

$2,293

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

09:30-22:42

2 stops27h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/10

18:00-09:15

1 stop24h 15m

$2,324

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:25-07:36

2 stops38h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 16/6

06:30-05:45

2 stops33h 15m

$2,405

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

20:00-05:18

2 stops47h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 31/10

23:00-15:45

1 stop49h 45m

$2,568

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

19:00-16:21

2 stops35h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/11

18:55-09:30

1 stop22h 35m

$2,646

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 1 May 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia as you normally would.

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 inches 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).

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 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Melbourne to District of Columbia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to District of Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 $1,049. American Airlines flights start at $1,154 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $1,338 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to District of Columbia?

    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 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 1 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$878Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,391Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,488Average$2,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,511Average$2,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,543Average$2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,608Average$2,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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