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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport from $1,046

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in March or April, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 November 2025.

Fri 5/1206:02BWI - MEL
1 stop30h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1216:05MEL - BWI
2 stops24h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,948
Fri 5/1218:28BWI - MEL
1 stop23h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - BWI
1 stop25h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,979
Mon 8/1216:15BWI - MEL
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 26/1211:30MEL - BWI
2 stops33h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,985
Tue 4/1116:59DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1112:00MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,176
Fri 7/1106:04IAD - MEL
1 stop30h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1116:05MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,176
Wed 12/1117:59DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 27/1113:00MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,213
Tue 4/1112:35IAD - MEL
1 stop29h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/1113:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,213
Tue 18/1114:51DCA - MEL
2 stops27h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 21/1111:30MEL - DCA
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,219
Wed 12/1112:40IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 27/1113:00MEL - IAD
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,219
Sat 15/1108:35DCA - MEL
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1211:05MEL - DCA
2 stops23h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,221
Sun 9/1122:10IAD - MEL
2 stops43h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/1113:00MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,221
Wed 12/1111:36DCA - MEL
2 stops25h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 27/1106:00MEL - DCA
2 stops26h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,226

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,979

One-way from

$1,046

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,280
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 2/3-10/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 37m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 09m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($262 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/5

08:37-07:30

1 stop32h 53m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

09:30-16:47

1 stop21h 17m

$1,979

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/3

18:25-10:00

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

10:30-21:42

2 stops26h 12m

$1,979

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 27/1

08:42-10:00

1 stop33h 18m

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

11:30-20:53

1 stop25h 23m

$1,979

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 21/3

18:25-09:00

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

10:30-16:47

1 stop21h 17m

$1,979

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/4

16:10-08:30

2 stops25h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

10:55-22:34

2 stops25h 39m

$1,985

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 27/1

10:05-10:00

2 stops31h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

11:30-16:53

1 stop21h 23m

$1,985

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/1

19:30-08:00

2 stops44h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

10:10-18:33

2 stops24h 23m

$2,155

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

16:11-09:30

2 stops49h 19m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

13:00-21:39

1 stop24h 39m

$2,170

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

17:50-10:00

1 stop24h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-21:30

1 stop24h 30m

$2,213

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 13/2

15:45-09:30

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

13:00-20:48

1 stop23h 48m

$2,213

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport (average of $522). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 WAS to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 76% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of one-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,040.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 47m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 34m.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport can take about 32h 53m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,979. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport is about 16415 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport are American Airlines ($1,046), Qantas Airways ($1,362), and United Airlines ($1,400).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Melbourne or Baltimore/Washington - Melbourne, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Melbourne is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport (average of $522). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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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