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Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. from $840

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
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 1 July 2026.

Wed 29/706:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops44h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/811:05
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,318
Tue 28/706:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops42h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/809:50
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,329
Thu 13/813:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/808:59
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops36h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,331
Tue 21/710:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops36h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 28/707:00
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops35h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,356
Thu 30/710:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop34h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 10/819:23
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,358
Sat 11/710:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 27/719:23
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/6$1,360
Wed 26/809:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 7/918:52
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,371
Tue 25/810:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops24h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 7/918:52
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,376
Thu 13/813:15
SYD
-
BWI
3 stops45h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/811:09
BWI
-
SYD
3 stops34h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,378
Thu 27/810:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop34h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 7/918:52
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,400
Fri 14/813:15
SYD
-
IAD
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/810:45
IAD
-
SYD
3 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,416
Wed 26/812:00
SYD
-
BWI
1 stop23h 34m
Qantas Airways
Wed 9/915:57
BWI
-
SYD
1 stop24h 58m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,418

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 1 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,317

One-way from

$840

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,087
29/7-19/8
  • 29/7-19/8
  • 6 total stops
  • 83h 10m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 15m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 1 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

10:55-00:28

2 stops51h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 28/7

08:16-08:15

2 stops33h 59m

$1,356

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:30-21:29

2 stops25h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 21/8

08:00-07:30

2 stops33h 30m

$1,356

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 19/7

09:30-17:43

1 stop22h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/8

08:16-07:30

2 stops57h 14m

$1,356

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:55-17:57

1 stop21h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/8

15:03-08:15

2 stops27h 12m

$1,358
Fastest return journey

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

10:20-21:26

2 stops25h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/8

19:23-07:00

1 stop21h 37m

$1,446

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/8

10:20-18:42

2 stops22h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/9

13:05-06:55

2 stops27h 50m

$1,447

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/7

09:30-17:43

1 stop22h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/8

15:03-07:00

2 stops25h 57m

$1,450

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

10:20-11:47

2 stops39h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 26/7

06:38-06:55

1 stop34h 17m

$1,501

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

09:15-23:18

2 stops28h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/8

10:25-06:50

2 stops30h 25m

$1,507

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

09:15-23:18

2 stops28h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/8

12:30-06:50

2 stops28h 20m

$1,507

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $373). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 67 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 1 July 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
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
462 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
1,054 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,910 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
11,766 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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 New Zealand, and Qantas Airways can get you from Australia to Washington, D.C. in just under 24h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27h 15m. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 15704 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Baltimore/Washington.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $373). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$373Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$587Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$809Average$2,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,062Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,204Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,520Average$2,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EVA AirCheapest$1,773Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$2,265Average$2,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,427Average$2,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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