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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne from $713

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 March 2026.

Sat 2/519:00
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/507:30
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,616
Fri 24/409:00
IAD
-
AVV
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/520:55
AVV
-
IAD
3 stops52h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,841
Fri 24/409:00
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops36h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 4/520:30
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops37h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,878
Sat 17/1017:10
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 7/1107:15
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,914
Fri 24/409:00
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/520:30
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops37h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,914
Tue 4/818:55
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops34h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 22/807:30
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 22/3$1,948
Mon 4/521:45
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/521:35
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,952
Sat 17/1017:10
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 24/1007:30
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops30h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,957
Tue 21/409:00
IAD
-
AVV
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/420:55
AVV
-
IAD
3 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,974
Mon 20/409:00
IAD
-
AVV
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/520:55
AVV
-
IAD
3 stops37h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,985
Wed 4/1114:30
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/1122:55
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops36h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3$2,006
Tue 21/409:00
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops36h 05m
Air Canada
Tue 28/420:30
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops37h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$2,011

Find 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 (ME1). 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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,616

One-way from

$713

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April

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Average price

$1,928
2/5-9/5
  • 2/5-9/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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2/5
  • 2/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 25m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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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 23 March 2026.
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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - AVV

IADAVV

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 24/4

09:00-14:10

3 stops39h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 4/5

20:55-11:14

3 stops52h 19m

$1,841
Fastest return journey

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 21/5

18:59-08:15

1 stop23h 16m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

10:55-17:57

1 stop21h 02m

$2,080

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/5

18:35-07:30

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

10:55-23:27

2 stops26h 32m

$2,086

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/5

18:35-07:30

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

10:55-22:44

2 stops25h 49m

$2,086

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 21/5

10:44-08:15

2 stops31h 31m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:55-17:57

1 stop21h 02m

$2,086

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

14:18-07:50

2 stops27h 32m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:00-23:46

2 stops27h 46m

$2,098

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/5

13:20-19:40

2 stops40h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

21:35-11:35

2 stops52h 00m

$2,116

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 31/5

08:15-08:15

2 stops34h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

10:55-21:32

2 stops24h 37m

$2,187

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 20/4

16:00-08:15

2 stops26h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:55-21:20

2 stops24h 25m

$2,295

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 26/8

12:05-07:50

2 stops29h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

10:00-19:20

2 stops23h 20m

$2,313

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

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

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 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $440). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,021). 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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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?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne will take you 23h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16415 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Most travellers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Melbourne, Baltimore/Washington - Melbourne or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Melbourne when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.

  • 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?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $440). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,021). 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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