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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $1,029

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
7 Apr — 14 Apr1
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 8 March 2026.

Mon 4/513:35
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
American Airlines
Mon 18/507:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,558
Mon 5/1011:55
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop28h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 17/1022:10
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop44h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,561
Mon 16/310:30
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop25h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 30/317:55
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,564
Mon 4/513:35
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
Qantas Airways
Sun 17/517:59
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop45h 01m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,582
Mon 20/410:55
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
Lufthansa
Mon 27/417:55
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/3$1,584
Tue 5/516:05
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops27h 35m
American Airlines
Wed 20/506:10
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop34h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,591
Mon 4/513:35
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop23h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 19/517:59
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,612
Wed 6/509:45
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops23h 40m
American Airlines
Thu 21/506:10
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop34h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,626
Wed 6/509:45
MEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 18/507:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,631

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 8 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,558

One-way from

$1,029

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,749
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 06m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($440 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($130 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 March 2026.
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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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

13:35-23:26

1 stop23h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 17/5

17:59-05:00

1 stop45h 01m

$1,584
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-19:12

1 stop22h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 17/5

18:40-08:15

1 stop23h 35m

$1,646

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-19:12

1 stop22h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/5

18:40-08:15

1 stop23h 35m

$1,646

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

10:55-19:12

1 stop22h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/5

18:40-08:15

1 stop23h 35m

$1,655

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:30-16:24

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 20/5

14:36-07:30

2 stops26h 54m

$1,655

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

13:35-23:26

1 stop23h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 22/5

19:24-05:00

1 stop43h 36m

$1,680

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

10:00-23:03

2 stops27h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

15:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$1,685

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

10:55-22:18

1 stop25h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/4

16:10-08:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,719

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

10:55-21:04

1 stop24h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 23/5

22:21-08:15

1 stop43h 54m

$1,730

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:00-00:42

2 stops28h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

19:38-07:50

2 stops46h 12m

$1,734

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $478). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,125). 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.

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 8 March 2026.
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
608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,407 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 22h 17m. 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 $1,037, Qantas Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,418 and $1,490, respectively. Qantas Airways is 46% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $478). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,125). 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

Discover the top 4 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 8 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,418Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,490Average$2,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,505Average$2,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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