What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

San Francisco (SFO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 41% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $403. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Flights via Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 33m. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 43m. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to IAD?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport as you normally would.

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

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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?

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights typically cost between $2,908 and $1,763 in May. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $1,906 on Multiple Airlines (3 May-3 June).

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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 April 2026.

Sun 3/519:40

MEL

IAD

2 stops49h 45m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 3/622:20

IAD

MEL

2 stops74h 35m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 14/4$1,906

Mon 1/609:45

MEL

IAD

2 stops36h 27m

Multiple Airlines

Mon 8/611:07

IAD

MEL

2 stops29h 38m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 17/4$2,022

Wed 21/1019:25

MEL

IAD

2 stops43h 34m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 28/1017:38

IAD

MEL

2 stops45h 07m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 14/4$2,216

Wed 13/519:40

MEL

IAD

2 stops49h 45m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 20/522:05

IAD

MEL

2 stops74h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 15/4$2,302

Fri 2/1011:10

MEL

IAD

2 stops33h 35m

Air New Zealand

Mon 12/1006:00

IAD

MEL

2 stops44h 45m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 16/4$2,374

Thu 28/513:30

MEL

IAD

2 stops23h 17m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 4/606:10

IAD

MEL

2 stops39h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/4$2,420

Fri 12/619:40

MEL

IAD

2 stops39h 02m

Multiple Airlines

Tue 16/622:21

IAD

MEL

2 stops50h 34m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/4$2,439

Wed 21/1006:30

MEL

IAD

3 stops28h 55m

Air Canada

Wed 28/1016:30

IAD

MEL

3 stops53h 35m

Air Canada

Deal found 14/4$2,500

Mon 11/512:10

MEL

IAD

2 stops24h 39m

Air New Zealand

Mon 18/506:00

IAD

MEL

2 stops38h 55m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 13/4$2,539

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Round-trip from	$1,906
One-way from	$825
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$2,737

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124h 20m total
Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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59h 46m total
Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

13:30-22:47

2 stops23h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/6

06:10-12:00

2 stops39h 50m

$2,420

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

09:30-18:48

1 stop23h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 17/6

13:10-07:30

1 stop28h 20m

$2,553

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

10:55-20:42

1 stop23h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 16/7

22:21-07:30

2 stops43h 09m

$2,638

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MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

09:30-18:40

1 stop23h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/10

17:55-09:15

1 stop24h 20m

$2,649

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

22:45-18:10

1 stop33h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/5

21:00-17:15

1 stop30h 15m

$2,781

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

10:55-19:11

1 stop22h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 30/6

10:31-08:15

2 stops31h 44m

$2,861

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:55-20:42

1 stop23h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/7

12:48-07:30

2 stops28h 42m

$2,882

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

05:15-08:40

1 stop41h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 31/5

10:55-05:30

1 stop28h 35m

$2,918

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

22:45-18:10

1 stop33h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 31/5

21:00-17:15

1 stop30h 15m

$2,928

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

22:45-18:10

1 stop33h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

21:00-17:15

1 stop30h 15m

$2,930

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,460). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,737). 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways 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.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

452 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,019 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,604 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,612 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

630 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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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 23h 18m. 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 $358, 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 United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,016 and $1,217, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,460). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,737). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$358	Average$1,462	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,016	Average$1,498	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,217	Average$1,971	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,390	Average$1,606	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,761	Average$2,582	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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