Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $963

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MEL
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or June, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 30 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,337

One-way from

$963

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,406
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 26m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
17/11
  • 17/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 10m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($216 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2025.

Tue 9/908:25IAD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mAir Canada
Tue 16/906:00MEL - IAD
2 stops38h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 29/7$1,337
Mon 17/1112:35IAD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 15/1210:35MEL - IAD
2 stops25h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/7$1,985
Wed 17/908:25IAD - MEL
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/906:00MEL - IAD
2 stops38h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,046
Mon 8/1221:10IAD - MEL
2 stops31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 24/1222:55MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/7$2,157

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

08:25-13:20

2 stops38h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

06:00-06:31

2 stops38h 31m

$1,337

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 17/11

12:35-10:55

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

10:35-20:34

2 stops25h 59m

$1,985

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 17/9

08:25-11:35

2 stops37h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

06:00-06:31

2 stops38h 31m

$2,046

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/12

21:10-21:00

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

22:55-19:15

2 stops36h 20m

$2,157

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 17/11

21:10-21:20

3 stops56h 10m

$963

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/10

11:41-05:00

1 stop26h 19m

$1,330

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/8

11:51-22:15

2 stops44h 24m

$1,377

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 27/10

06:11-05:00

1 stop31h 49m

$1,379

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 20/10

14:45-09:15

2 stops27h 30m

$1,383

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 28/7

Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 4 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 IAD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 30 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 50% of one-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Nadi (NAN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,436.

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

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

Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 10m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 54m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 30 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($1,337), Air New Zealand ($1,985), and Turkish Airlines ($2,157) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Air Canada is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,330. Cathay Pacific flights start at $1,377 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,379 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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