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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia from $1,006

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Tue 10/212:00
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop24h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 22/216:59
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop24h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,544
Mon 9/216:05
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop21h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 23/206:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop31h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,544
Tue 24/213:00
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop24h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:50
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop24h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,560
Tue 24/211:30
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop20h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 3/315:45
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,560
Wed 11/210:10
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop21h 23m
Delta
Sat 28/218:50
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops69h 10m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$1,570
Fri 13/212:00
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops23h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 25/214:14
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,619
Fri 6/311:30
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop20h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 14/322:10
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop43h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,632
Sun 8/211:30
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop20h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 25/218:05
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,635
Sun 8/210:10
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 16m
Delta
Sat 28/218:50
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops69h 10m
Delta
Deal found 26/1$1,645
Fri 6/312:00
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop24h 41m
American Airlines
Sat 14/308:31
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop33h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,691
Fri 6/316:05
MEL
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IAD
1 stop40h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 14/314:03
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,691
Fri 30/116:05
MEL
-
DCA
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sat 7/217:00
DCA
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,700

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,544

One-way from

$1,006

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,422
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/2-23/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 16m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
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25/5
  • 25/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 05m total
  • Melbourne to District of Columbia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($533 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Melbourne

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:00-21:39

1 stop24h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

17:50-10:00

1 stop24h 10m

$1,560

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:00-19:27

1 stop22h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

15:45-10:00

2 stops26h 15m

$1,560

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

11:30-16:22

1 stop20h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/2

15:58-09:30

2 stops25h 32m

$1,560

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:10-15:33

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

18:50-08:00

2 stops69h 10m

$1,570

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-16:24

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

22:10-09:00

1 stop43h 50m

$1,632

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

10:10-21:34

2 stops27h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 24/2

20:35-08:00

2 stops43h 25m

$1,645

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

12:00-20:57

2 stops24h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 14/3

15:59-09:30

2 stops26h 31m

$1,691

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

16:05-16:34

1 stop40h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

14:03-09:30

2 stops28h 27m

$1,691

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

12:00-20:00

1 stop24h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

16:59-09:30

1 stop24h 31m

$1,775

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

16:05-21:17

1 stop21h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/2

17:37-05:00

1 stop43h 23m

$1,809

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $648). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). 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 28 January 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
978 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,207 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,660 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 21h 23m. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia (average of $648). Flying from Melbourne Airport to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,050Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,112Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,509Average$2,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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