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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $910

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

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 (ME1) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,651

One-way from

$910

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,510
10/8-22/10
  • 10/8-22/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 123h 24m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
10/9
  • 10/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($186 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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 4 July 2025.

Sun 10/820:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1022:14IAD - MEL
2 stops74h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,651
Fri 15/808:35MEL - IAD
2 stops29h 23mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/815:00IAD - MEL
2 stops29h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/7$1,731
Wed 27/820:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 51mAir China
Tue 16/923:00IAD - MEL
1 stop49h 35mAir China
Deal found 3/7$1,827
Fri 1/815:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 14/811:51IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,856
Mon 18/821:40MEL - IAD
2 stops46h 51mAir Canada
Mon 25/814:25IAD - MEL
3 stops30h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 3/7$2,083
Sat 25/1022:20MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/1213:30IAD - MEL
2 stops39h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,162
Wed 3/915:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 10/911:47IAD - MEL
1 stop27h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$2,196
Tue 2/910:55MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/915:00IAD - MEL
1 stop27h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/7$2,231

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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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

20:00-06:53

2 stops48h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/10

22:14-15:45

2 stops74h 31m

$1,651

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

08:35-23:58

2 stops29h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 22/8

15:00-10:50

2 stops29h 50m

$1,731

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

20:00-06:51

2 stops48h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 16/9

23:00-14:35

1 stop49h 35m

$1,827

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

15:05-22:46

1 stop21h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 14/8

11:51-06:45

2 stops28h 54m

$1,856

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

21:40-06:31

2 stops46h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 25/8

14:25-11:05

3 stops30h 40m

$2,083

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

22:20-20:15

2 stops36h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

13:30-21:00

2 stops39h 30m

$2,162

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

15:05-22:45

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/9

11:47-05:00

1 stop27h 13m

$2,196

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

10:55-20:55

2 stops24h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 16/9

15:00-08:15

1 stop27h 15m

$2,231

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

12:50-16:47

3 stops41h 57m

$910

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

18:10-16:10

1 stop37h 00m

$1,004

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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 to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 4 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne 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 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne 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 4 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Air New Zealand, at $1,731, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and American Airlines. Air New Zealand is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,004. American Airlines flights start at $1,137 while deals on Air India start at $1,333 one-way.

  • 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 to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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