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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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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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 22 January 2026.

Fri 6/313:00
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops26h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 14/316:05
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,311
Sun 3/510:00
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 26m
Delta
Sun 10/519:00
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/1$1,321
Sat 7/311:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 14/308:31
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop33h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,322
Fri 6/316:05
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops23h 28m
American Airlines
Sat 14/312:23
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,348
Sat 7/316:05
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops23h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 14/312:23
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,365
Thu 12/309:45
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops25h 09m
Air Canada
Mon 30/309:55
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops31h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,398
Fri 6/310:45
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops25h 09m
Air Canada
Fri 13/309:55
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops55h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,439
Mon 9/310:45
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops48h 38m
Air Canada
Tue 28/408:15
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops32h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,447
Wed 18/210:45
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops49h 38m
Air Canada
Sun 22/222:13
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops43h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/1$1,448
Mon 9/310:45
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops48h 38m
Air Canada
Wed 29/412:40
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops28h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,453
Tue 5/510:00
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Mon 25/517:10
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops47h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,457
Tue 5/510:00
BNE
-
IAD
2 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 26/513:00
IAD
-
BNE
2 stops28h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,462

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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,311

One-way from

$726

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,275
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 6/3-14/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 13m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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4/3
  • 4/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 33m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. 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 22 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

13:00-07:19

1 stop34h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 14/3

06:13-08:30

1 stop35h 17m

$1,311

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

11:30-16:53

1 stop21h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 31/3

06:23-09:15

2 stops35h 52m

$1,311

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-16:53

1 stop21h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 26/2

06:00-09:30

1 stop35h 30m

$1,315

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

09:45-20:54

2 stops25h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/3

09:55-07:05

2 stops31h 10m

$1,398

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Wed 18/2

10:45-21:23

2 stops49h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 22/2

22:13-08:45

2 stops43h 32m

$1,462

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

10:45-15:11

2 stops43h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 27/4

08:15-07:05

2 stops32h 50m

$1,472

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Wed 6/5

10:00-21:25

2 stops25h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 24/5

16:10-07:05

2 stops24h 55m

$1,525

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

10:30-16:29

1 stop20h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 31/3

10:10-09:15

2 stops32h 05m

$1,564

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Tue 10/3

10:40-16:38

1 stop19h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/4

22:10-06:30

1 stop42h 20m

$1,568

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

10:40-16:38

1 stop19h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/5

18:40-06:30

1 stop21h 50m

$1,568

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $604). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 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 22 January 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
573 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,646 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 American Airlines can get you from Australia to Washington, D.C. in just under 23h 41m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 38m. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 16377 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 Perth - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Perth - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $604). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 7 airlines flying from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$595Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$603Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$826Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,084Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,190Average$2,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,278Average$1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,200Average$2,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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