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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $1,144

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
25 Jun — 2 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 26 May 2026.

Mon 20/713:30
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops37h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/707:49
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops38h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$1,739
Fri 9/1020:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops40h 39m
Air China
Tue 20/1023:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Air China
Deal found 21/5$1,806
Mon 5/1000:35
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops44h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1017:33
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops47h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$2,035
Wed 7/1019:25
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops43h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1017:33
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops47h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/5$2,039
Thu 5/1100:35
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops45h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1117:38
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops44h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$2,045
Wed 7/1020:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops49h 40m
Air China
Tue 20/1023:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Air China
Deal found 21/5$2,054
Wed 7/1019:25
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops43h 34m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 19/1017:33
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops45h 07m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/5$2,091
Wed 27/509:30
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops36h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/611:07
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$2,245
Sat 6/613:30
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops32h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/611:17
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops33h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/5$2,282

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 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,739

One-way from

$1,144

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,714
20/7-30/7
  • 20/7-30/7
  • 6 total stops
  • 75h 28m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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29/10
  • 29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($290 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 26 May 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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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

11:55-23:19

2 stops26h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

12:35-09:15

1 stop29h 40m

$2,569

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

11:55-19:04

1 stop22h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 14/10

17:42-08:30

1 stop23h 48m

$2,569

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

10:30-22:59

2 stops27h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

18:41-09:15

1 stop23h 34m

$2,569

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

11:55-19:04

1 stop22h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

22:10-09:15

1 stop44h 05m

$2,570

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

10:55-21:22

2 stops24h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/7

14:35-08:15

2 stops27h 40m

$2,572

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

10:00-19:54

2 stops23h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

15:03-07:50

2 stops26h 47m

$2,582

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

10:55-19:11

1 stop22h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/7

13:10-07:30

1 stop28h 20m

$2,584

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

10:55-19:04

1 stop22h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/10

18:41-09:15

1 stop23h 34m

$2,644
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 9/10

10:30-16:22

1 stop20h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/10

18:41-09:15

1 stop23h 34m

$2,644
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 30/10

16:35-05:40

3 stops52h 05m

$1,227

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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 16 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 $1,462). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,739). 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.

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

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 26 May 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
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

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
648 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

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
458 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

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
1,042 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
9,751 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
11,630 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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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 26h 24m. 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 $359, 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 Fiji Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,003 and $1,156, 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 $1,462). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,739). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 6 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 26 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$359Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,003Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,348Average$1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,391Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,763Average$2,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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