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Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. from $726

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
18 kesä — 25 kesä1
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 kesäkuu 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,635

One-way from

$726

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,098
20/8-9/9
  • 20/8-9/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 64h 59m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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23/7
  • 23/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 39m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($350 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Find flight deals from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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 13 kesäkuu 2025.

ke 20/813:15SYD - BWI
2 stops31h 39mMultiple Airlines
ti 9/908:00BWI - SYD
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,635
su 10/820:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 53mMultiple Airlines
ke 22/1022:14IAD - MEL
2 stops74h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6$1,644
ke 13/816:20SYD - DCA
2 stops44h 39mMultiple Airlines
ti 26/808:59DCA - SYD
2 stops39h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,659
su 27/719:40SYD - IAD
2 stops49h 13mMultiple Airlines
su 3/822:16IAD - SYD
2 stops74h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,741
to 20/1110:45BNE - IAD
2 stops25h 37mAir Canada
ti 16/1209:55IAD - BNE
2 stops31h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/6$1,745
ti 19/821:40SYD - DCA
2 stops38h 04mAlaska Airlines
ke 3/908:59DCA - SYD
2 stops44h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,756
ke 20/808:45SYD - DCA
2 stops27h 24mAir New Zealand
ti 9/917:59DCA - SYD
2 stops24h 46mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$1,762
ma 14/709:25SYD - IAD
2 stops22h 59mDelta
su 27/713:00IAD - SYD
2 stops27h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/6$1,778
ma 14/709:25SYD - DCA
2 stops25h 18mDelta
su 27/715:59DCA - SYD
2 stops24h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/6$1,778
ma 14/709:25SYD - BWI
2 stops22h 58mDelta
su 27/716:45BWI - SYD
2 stops23h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/6$1,778
to 20/1111:40BNE - BWI
1 stop33h 00mVirgin Australia
ti 16/1217:50BWI - BNE
2 stops27h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$1,790
pe 22/809:30SYD - BWI
2 stops26h 12mUnited Airlines
pe 12/918:55BWI - SYD
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,813

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ke 20/8

13:15-06:54

2 stops31h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

ti 9/9

08:00-07:20

3 stops33h 20m

$1,635

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

su 10/8

20:00-06:53

2 stops48h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ke 22/10

22:14-15:45

2 stops74h 31m

$1,644

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ke 13/8

16:20-22:59

2 stops44h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ti 26/8

08:59-14:40

2 stops39h 41m

$1,659

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

to 20/11

10:45-21:22

2 stops25h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ti 16/12

09:55-08:40

2 stops31h 45m

$1,745

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ti 19/8

21:40-21:44

2 stops38h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ke 3/9

08:59-19:45

2 stops44h 46m

$1,756

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ke 20/8

08:45-22:09

2 stops27h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ti 9/9

17:59-08:45

2 stops24h 46m

$1,762

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ma 14/7

09:25-18:24

2 stops22h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

su 27/7

13:00-06:35

2 stops27h 35m

$1,778

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ma 14/7

09:25-20:43

2 stops25h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

su 27/7

15:59-06:35

2 stops24h 36m

$1,778

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ma 14/7

09:25-18:23

2 stops22h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

su 27/7

16:45-06:35

2 stops23h 50m

$1,778

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

pe 22/8

09:30-22:45

2 stops27h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

pe 12/9

16:20-06:55

2 stops24h 35m

$1,813

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 kesäkuu 2025.

When flying from Australia to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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).

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 13 kesäkuu 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Australia to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
882 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
194 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. are Etihad Airways ($1,027), Air China ($1,039), and Delta ($1,084).

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

    The most popular route from Australia to Washington, D.C. is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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.

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    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.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.. 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 13 kesäkuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$629Average$1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,058Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,119Average$1,942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,304Average$2,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,352Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,564Average$2,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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ANACheapest$1,927Average$2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,106Average$2,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,281Average$2,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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