Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia from $1,028

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,611

One-way from

$1,028

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,222
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 7/10-28/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 72h 14m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
11/12
  • 11/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($278 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 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 17 September 2025.

Fri 19/909:30MEL - IAD
2 stops49h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/906:35IAD - MEL
1 stop35h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,464
Tue 7/1010:00MEL - IAD
2 stops27h 51mQantas Airways
Tue 28/1017:37IAD - MEL
1 stop44h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$1,611
Thu 30/1014:30MEL - IAD
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1106:48IAD - MEL
2 stops37h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,617
Tue 7/1011:55MEL - IAD
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 28/1015:25IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,666
Thu 30/1012:10MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 34mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/1106:30IAD - MEL
2 stops36h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$1,668
Thu 30/1012:00MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1113:00DCA - MEL
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,732
Thu 30/1012:00MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1118:39IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,732
Fri 31/1010:35MEL - IAD
2 stops29h 23mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1115:25IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$1,741
Sun 2/1120:15MEL - IAD
2 stops50h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1106:30IAD - MEL
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,759
Thu 30/1008:00MEL - DCA
2 stops25h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/1114:52DCA - MEL
2 stops26h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,785
Sun 2/1116:05MEL - DCA
1 stop20h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 15/1113:44DCA - MEL
2 stops27h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,798
Sun 2/1107:00MEL - DCA
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1109:40DCA - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,946

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Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

14:30-06:48

2 stops31h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/11

06:48-12:45

2 stops37h 57m

$1,617

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

11:55-21:10

1 stop24h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/10

15:25-09:00

1 stop26h 35m

$1,666

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

12:00-21:43

1 stop24h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/11

13:00-10:00

2 stops29h 00m

$1,732

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

12:00-21:26

2 stops24h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/11

18:39-10:00

1 stop23h 21m

$1,732

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

10:35-00:58

2 stops29h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/11

15:25-09:25

2 stops26h 00m

$1,741

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

08:00-18:44

2 stops25h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/11

14:52-09:30

2 stops26h 38m

$1,785

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

16:05-21:54

1 stop20h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/11

13:44-09:30

2 stops27h 46m

$1,798

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

12:00-20:55

1 stop24h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 14/3

17:30-09:30

1 stop25h 00m

$1,798

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

12:00-20:09

2 stops24h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 14/3

17:30-09:30

1 stop25h 00m

$1,798

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

16:05-22:12

1 stop22h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

11:26-05:00

1 stop26h 34m

$1,812

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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 17 September 2025.

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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 17 September 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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 24h 15m. 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.

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  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$916Average$2,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,054Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,093Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,158Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,770Average$2,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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