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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $1,471

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 June 2026.

Thu 30/712:10
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops24h 33m
Air New Zealand
Mon 10/817:55
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$1,960
Fri 3/719:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops39h 45m
Air China
Fri 24/723:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Air China
Deal found 7/6$2,177
Fri 3/719:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/723:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$2,282
Mon 28/1220:15
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/117:30
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops54h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$2,284
Tue 21/709:45
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 28/719:31
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop43h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,346
Mon 13/719:40
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/821:45
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,362
Fri 3/719:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops39h 45m
Air China
Fri 17/723:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Air China
Deal found 7/6$2,428
Thu 30/709:45
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 10/806:09
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop32h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/6$2,431
Tue 1/909:45
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops38h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 23/916:56
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,516
Wed 7/1007:00
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops29h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1016:00
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,542

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,960

One-way from

$1,471

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,070
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 30/7-10/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 33m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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7/7
  • 7/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 23m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($189 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($125 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl 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 11 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

10:55-21:08

2 stops24h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 28/9

18:37-08:15

1 stop23h 38m

$2,596

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

14:25-05:00

2 stops29h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

06:10-13:05

2 stops39h 55m

$2,659

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

10:30-16:21

1 stop20h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

12:58-09:15

2 stops29h 17m

$2,672

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

11:55-19:09

1 stop22h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

14:47-09:15

1 stop27h 28m

$2,672
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

09:45-18:50

1 stop23h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/9

17:42-06:45

1 stop23h 03m

$2,682

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

22:45-08:45

1 stop48h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 23/9

21:00-22:05

1 stop35h 05m

$2,827

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:55-19:11

1 stop22h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

14:35-07:30

2 stops26h 55m

$2,885

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

16:10-15:40

1 stop37h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/7

21:00-22:05

1 stop35h 05m

$3,065
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

13:20-17:48

2 stops42h 28m

$1,517
Fastest single journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

12:10-22:30

2 stops25h 20m

$1,520

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,396). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,800). 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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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 11 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
462 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,806 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,640 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport will take you 24h 13m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16344 km.

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

    Currently priced at $367, American Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Fiji Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $577 and $1,026, respectively. American Airlines is 80% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl?

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,396). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,800). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,026Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,422Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,494Average$2,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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