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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne from $762

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in April or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 (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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,569

One-way from

$762

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,110
27/8-3/9
  • 27/8-3/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 62h 59m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
18/8
  • 18/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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

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 15 July 2025.

Wed 27/814:30BWI - MEL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/913:25MEL - BWI
2 stops31h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,569
Sat 15/1117:14DCA - MEL
2 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1207:15MEL - DCA
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,793
Thu 11/921:40IAD - MEL
2 stops31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 24/921:20MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7$2,087
Wed 10/913:32BWI - AVV
2 stops36h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/920:55AVV - BWI
2 stops40h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$2,090
Sun 14/1215:24BWI - MEL
2 stops28h 01mQantas Airways
Wed 24/1221:05MEL - BWI
2 stops37h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/7$2,133
Sat 1/1109:10IAD - MEL
2 stops33h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 16/1110:35MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/7$2,201
Mon 13/1013:15IAD - MEL
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1018:20MEL - IAD
1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$2,217
Tue 9/919:35DCA - MEL
2 stops26h 25mFiji Airways
Fri 26/923:35MEL - DCA
2 stops37h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/7$2,250
Mon 8/917:30DCA - MEL
1 stop23h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 24/911:55MEL - DCA
1 stop23h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/7$2,273
Wed 10/911:47IAD - MEL
1 stop27h 13mQantas Airways
Wed 24/915:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/7$2,288
Sat 15/1109:40DCA - MEL
3 stops36h 55mAir Canada
Thu 15/108:00MEL - DCA
3 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 13/7$2,311
Sun 14/910:20DCA - MEL
1 stop28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 21/909:45MEL - DCA
1 stop25h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/7$2,334

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 27/8

14:30-12:00

3 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

13:25-06:54

2 stops31h 29m

$1,569

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/11

17:14-19:00

2 stops33h 46m

Melbourne

Sat 6/12

07:15-21:00

2 stops29h 45m

$1,793

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/9

21:40-19:25

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

21:20-19:45

2 stops36h 25m

$2,087

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - AVV

BWIAVV

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/9

13:32-16:05

2 stops36h 33m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 25/9

20:55-23:22

2 stops40h 27m

$2,090

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 14/12

15:24-11:25

2 stops28h 01m

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

21:05-18:10

2 stops37h 05m

$2,133

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/11

09:10-09:25

2 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

10:35-21:14

2 stops26h 39m

$2,201

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/10

13:15-22:25

2 stops42h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

18:20-17:05

1 stop37h 45m

$2,217

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

19:35-12:00

2 stops26h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

23:35-23:00

2 stops37h 25m

$2,250

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/9

17:30-06:45

1 stop23h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 23/9

09:45-20:59

1 stop25h 14m

$2,273

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/9

11:47-05:00

1 stop27h 13m

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

15:05-22:45

1 stop21h 40m

$2,288

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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 11 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 76 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 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 15 July 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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 15 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Singapore Airlines, andFiji Airways from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($2,087), Qantas Airways ($2,133), and Air New Zealand ($2,201) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 3% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,113. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne for a low price.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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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