Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $1,075

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 December 2025.

Wed 24/1211:30MEL - IAD
1 stop20h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1206:10IAD - MEL
1 stop35h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12$1,568
Tue 23/1211:30MEL - IAD
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/122:05IAD - MEL
2 stops43h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12$1,643
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - IAD
2 stops28h 03mDelta
Wed 31/1207:05IAD - MEL
2 stops32h 55mDelta
Deal found 19/12$1,769
Wed 24/1207:00MEL - IAD
3 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1212:35IAD - MEL
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$3,649
Tue 23/1207:30MEL - IAD
3 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/112:35IAD - MEL
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12$5,234
Tue 23/1218:20MEL - IAD
3 stops53h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/110:00IAD - MEL
2 stops39h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/12$6,687

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,554

One-way from

$1,075

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,503
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/2-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 02m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 09m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($401 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($107 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

11:30-16:22

1 stop20h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 18/2

16:10-10:00

1 stop25h 50m

$1,569

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

11:30-22:18

2 stops26h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/1

22:28-09:30

2 stops43h 02m

$1,590

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-16:24

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

22:05-08:30

1 stop43h 25m

$1,643

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

16:05-22:48

1 stop22h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

06:00-05:00

1 stop32h 00m

$1,702

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

20:15-05:24

2 stops49h 09m

$1,075

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

17:45-17:04

3 stops39h 19m

$1,259

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

07:20-16:26

2 stops49h 06m

$1,283

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

20:15-21:23

2 stops41h 08m

$1,324

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

07:25-20:26

3 stops29h 01m

$1,454

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

20:15-21:23

2 stops41h 08m

$1,475

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 60 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $735). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,893). 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 MEL to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated 21 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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

    For as low as $1,569, United Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Melbourne in 20h 52m. Melbourne and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 16344 km.

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,103, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. Qantas Airways is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $735). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,893). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,508Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,585Average$2,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,654Average$2,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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