Cheap flights from Sydney to District of Columbia from $781

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IAD
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to District of Columbia

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2026.

Thu 5/1120:40
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops50h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1122:10
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops73h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,708
Mon 11/513:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops34h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/511:12
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,710
Thu 21/519:40
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops56h 28m
Air China
Thu 8/1008:30
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops64h 20m
Air China
Deal found 29/3$1,777
Wed 13/513:20
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops34h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/511:12
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,843
Thu 5/1120:40
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop37h 50m
Air China
Sun 15/1106:30
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops41h 00m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,846
Wed 22/719:40
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops49h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/722:20
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops74h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,961
Wed 22/717:50
SYD
-
DCA
1 stop40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/709:59
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,991
Thu 23/410:45
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/417:42
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops28h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,993
Thu 5/1112:25
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop36h 45m
ANA
Sun 15/1111:10
IAD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 05m
ANA
Deal found 25/3$1,996
Tue 3/1120:40
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops40h 47m
Air China
Mon 16/1117:30
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops54h 00m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$2,001
Thu 5/1109:55
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops26h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sun 15/1114:50
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops25h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/3$2,004
Tue 19/517:50
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops42h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/509:59
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,077

Find flight deals from Sydney to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,710

One-way from

$781

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,657
11/5-18/5
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 69h 50m total
  • Sydney to District of Columbia
11/6
  • 11/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 22m total
  • Sydney to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($209 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to District of Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

15:40-19:25

2 stops41h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/5

15:10-16:50

1 stop35h 40m

$2,153

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

11:55-16:04

3 stops42h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 26/5

11:57-08:45

3 stops30h 48m

$2,579

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

12:00-23:26

1 stop25h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/5

19:24-06:55

1 stop21h 31m

$2,628

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

09:30-16:26

1 stop20h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 26/7

17:48-07:00

1 stop23h 12m

$2,628

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

10:20-16:47

1 stop20h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 26/7

13:00-06:55

2 stops27h 55m

$2,628

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

20:45-17:42

3 stops34h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/10

17:25-18:50

3 stops34h 25m

$2,686

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/6

10:20-08:54

2 stops36h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 15/7

07:55-06:55

1 stop33h 00m

$2,708

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

20:45-17:42

3 stops34h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/6

17:35-18:50

3 stops35h 15m

$2,854

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/6

12:00-21:59

2 stops23h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 23/7

17:31-07:05

1 stop23h 34m

$2,892
Fastest return journey

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

10:20-16:25

1 stop20h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/5

18:40-06:55

1 stop22h 15m

$2,899

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia (average of $889). Flying from Sydney to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to District of Columbia?

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 29 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney 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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney.

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

    A quick flight from Sydney to District of Columbia can take about 20h 56m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,628. Airlines will cover a distance of 15670 km. 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 Sydney to District of Columbia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia (average of $889). Flying from Sydney to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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 Sydney to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 29 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$812Average$1,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,126Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,256Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,431Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,581Average$2,701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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