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Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. from $623

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 August 2026.

Wed 9/913:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops35h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/911:12
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,143
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 58m
Air Canada
Sun 20/922:10
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops43h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,345
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops36h 23m
Air Canada
Tue 22/912:43
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops28h 37m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,350
Wed 30/909:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops36h 23m
Air Canada
Wed 21/1009:45
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,359
Mon 31/810:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop34h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 7/906:05
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops35h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,363
Sun 16/809:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop35h 16m
United Airlines
Fri 28/817:44
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,365
Sun 9/810:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 29/1018:34
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,377
Mon 14/910:00
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops24h 25m
Air Canada
Mon 21/909:45
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops31h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/7$1,387
Tue 27/1010:20
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 03m
Air Canada
Tue 10/1109:55
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/8$1,399
Tue 4/810:15
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops24h 09m
Air Canada
Wed 19/809:45
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops31h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/7$1,402
Wed 9/909:20
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/914:59
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,402
Thu 3/910:15
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops25h 03m
Air Canada
Tue 15/912:43
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops28h 22m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,404

Find flight deals from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,143

One-way from

$623

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,451
9/9-25/9
  • 9/9-25/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 69h 50m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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9/9
  • 9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 12m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($249 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

10:55-10:09

2 stops37h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 31/8

16:18-07:30

2 stops25h 12m

$1,363

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

09:30-06:46

1 stop35h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 28/8

17:44-07:30

1 stop23h 46m

$1,365

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Tue 29/9

10:00-11:13

2 stops39h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

09:45-07:05

2 stops31h 20m

$1,426

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

06:00-21:24

3 stops30h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/11

12:39-12:40

3 stops32h 01m

$1,457

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:20-07:43

3 stops36h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 16/9

10:41-07:20

2 stops30h 39m

$1,488

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:10-20:00

1 stop24h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 16/9

09:30-07:05

1 stop31h 35m

$1,504

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

06:00-20:25

3 stops28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 13/9

08:29-11:05

2 stops36h 36m

$1,510

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

07:00-20:25

2 stops28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/11

09:55-14:35

2 stops36h 40m

$1,558

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:15-21:30

2 stops26h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 16/9

12:02-06:50

2 stops28h 48m

$1,605

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

10:20-19:34

2 stops23h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 13/9

13:05-07:00

2 stops27h 55m

$1,613

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,520). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,111). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 2 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Australia to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
468 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,074 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,846 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Washington, D.C.. 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 Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    United Airlines, Air Canada, and ANA can get you from Australia to Washington, D.C. in just under 28h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 48m. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 16344 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from Australia to Washington, D.C. is Brisbane - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Brisbane - Baltimore/Washington or Brisbane - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Washington, D.C. 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 Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,520). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,111). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$1,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$793Average$2,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$954Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,180Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,208Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,305Average$2,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EVA AirCheapest$1,738Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$2,220Average$2,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,379Average$2,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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