Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $978
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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
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 44 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
Cheap 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 18 November 2025.
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 18 November 2025.
Wed 24/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/112:35IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,522
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - IAD
2 stops28h 03mDelta
Mon 12/112:09IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Deal found 15/11$2,533
Sat 27/1212:00MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 13/106:00IAD - MEL
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,579
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/118:15IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,598
Fri 26/1210:10MEL - IAD
2 stops23h 51mDelta
Mon 12/112:09IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Deal found 15/11$2,608
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/118:15IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,934
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/116:10IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,938
Mon 22/1220:15MEL - IAD
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Fri 16/122:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 40mAir China
Deal found 15/11$2,975
Tue 23/1220:30MEL - IAD
2 stops50h 17mVirgin Australia
Fri 9/116:10IAD - MEL
1 stop25h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/11$2,978
Thu 11/1210:35MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/115:19IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 06mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/11$3,052
Best flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Fri 6/310:35MEL - IAD
2 stops29h 53mAir New Zealand
Sat 14/316:10IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/11$2,037
Fri 3/410:30MEL - IAD
2 stops28h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 13/510:05IAD - MEL
1 stop32h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,297
Fri 3/411:00MEL - IAD
3 stops28h 07mDelta
Wed 13/513:00IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Deal found 16/11$2,684
Fri 6/311:30MEL - IAD
1 stop20h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 14/316:10IAD - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/11$2,372
Thu 25/1211:30MEL - IAD
1 stop20h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/118:45IAD - MEL
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,522
Wed 29/410:55MEL - IAD
1 stop24h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/514:36IAD - MEL
1 stop27h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,673
Sat 10/113:00MEL - IAD
1 stop24h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/218:15IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,713
Sat 10/111:30MEL - IAD
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:45IAD - MEL
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,713
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Data last updated 18 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 11/1210:35MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/115:19IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 06mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/11$3,052
Mon 22/1220:15MEL - IAD
1 stop38h 15mAir China
Fri 16/122:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 40mAir China
Deal found 15/11$2,975
Tue 23/1220:30MEL - IAD
2 stops50h 17mVirgin Australia
Fri 9/116:10IAD - MEL
1 stop25h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/11$2,978
Wed 24/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/112:35IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,522
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - IAD
2 stops28h 03mDelta
Mon 12/112:09IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Deal found 15/11$2,533
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/118:00IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,598
Fri 26/1210:10MEL - IAD
2 stops23h 51mDelta
Mon 12/112:09IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Deal found 15/11$2,608
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/118:15IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,934
Fri 26/1213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/116:10IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,938
Sat 27/1212:00MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 13/106:00IAD - MEL
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11$2,579
One-way flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Tue 12/513:25MEL - IAD
3 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$978
Tue 20/112:10MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/11$1,073
Tue 20/109:00MEL - IAD
3 stops47h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,102
Fri 15/512:05MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/11$1,104
Sat 16/512:05MEL - IAD
3 stops59h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,224
Wed 13/513:00MEL - IAD
3 stops58h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,237
Fri 15/508:15MEL - IAD
3 stops47h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,239
Thu 14/512:05MEL - IAD
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,300
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 18 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Dulles Intl
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Fri 6/3
10:35-00:28
2 stops29h 53m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 14/3
16:10-09:25
2 stops26h 15m
$2,037
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Fri 3/4
10:30-00:12
2 stops28h 42m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 13/5
10:05-08:15
1 stop32h 10m
$2,297
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
16:10-09:00
1 stop25h 50m
$2,372
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Thu 25/12
11:30-16:22
1 stop20h 52m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 11/1
18:45-09:30
1 stop22h 45m
$2,522
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Wed 29/4
10:55-21:12
1 stop24h 17m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 3/5
14:36-08:15
1 stop27h 39m
$2,673
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Fri 3/4
11:00-00:07
3 stops28h 07m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 13/5
13:00-07:40
2 stops28h 40m
$2,684
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Sat 10/1
13:00-21:22
1 stop24h 22m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 9/2
18:15-10:00
1 stop23h 45m
$2,713
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Sat 10/1
11:30-21:19
1 stop25h 49m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 10/2
18:45-09:30
1 stop22h 45m
$2,713
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
13:25-05:49
3 stops30h 24m
$978
MelbourneWashington, D.C.
MEL - IAD
MELIAD
Melbourne
Wed 13/5
09:45-07:36
2 stops35h 51m
$1,098
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 14 November 2025.
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 44 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 $929). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,787). 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 18 November 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport 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 17% on airfare.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
San Francisco (SFO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 37% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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: 16h 43m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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: 16h 43m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 46m.
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 18 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, 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.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
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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 28h 42m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16344 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $1,080, 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 Qantas Airways and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,120 and $1,430, respectively. American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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 $929). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,787). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Melbourne. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 November 2025.
Top 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
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