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Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. from $837

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
21 Jun — 28 Jun1
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 22 May 2026.

Wed 10/610:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 8/719:23
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,354
Wed 3/610:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 3/718:59
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,364
Wed 3/609:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop22h 13m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/710:32
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 58m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/5$1,369
Fri 5/610:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 38m
Air New Zealand
Wed 17/610:40
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/5$1,373
Wed 10/609:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop22h 13m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/719:23
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 07m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$1,382
Wed 20/509:10
SYD
-
BWI
2 stops23h 17m
American Airlines
Wed 10/615:00
BWI
-
SYD
2 stops26h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,418
Wed 9/909:10
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop33h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 20/914:46
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops26h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/5$1,424
Wed 9/909:10
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops26h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 20/917:30
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop23h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/5$1,424
Wed 9/909:10
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops27h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 22/914:46
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops26h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,427
Wed 9/909:10
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops26h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 22/917:30
DCA
-
SYD
1 stop23h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/5$1,431
Tue 9/612:00
SYD
-
BWI
1 stop21h 19m
Qantas Airways
Wed 17/619:11
BWI
-
SYD
1 stop21h 44m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/5$1,436
Mon 25/509:30
SYD
-
BWI
2 stops25h 56m
United Airlines
Mon 1/616:23
BWI
-
SYD
2 stops24h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/5$1,439

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 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,354

One-way from

$837

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,815
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/6-8/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 33m total
  • Australia to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:55-11:47

2 stops38h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 21/6

18:59-08:15

1 stop23h 16m

$1,354

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

10:55-00:33

2 stops27h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/7

19:23-07:30

1 stop22h 07m

$1,354

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:55-17:57

1 stop21h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/7

18:59-08:15

1 stop23h 16m

$1,364

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

09:30-21:26

2 stops25h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/7

16:23-07:30

2 stops25h 07m

$1,369

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

09:30-17:43

1 stop22h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/7

19:23-07:30

1 stop22h 07m

$1,382

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:10-21:30

2 stops26h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 22/9

17:30-07:05

1 stop23h 35m

$1,425
Fastest return journey

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

12:00-19:19

1 stop21h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 17/6

19:11-06:55

1 stop21h 44m

$1,436

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

09:30-17:43

1 stop22h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/6

15:00-06:55

2 stops25h 55m

$1,439

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

10:00-05:49

2 stops33h 49m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 16/6

18:24-07:50

2 stops47h 26m

$1,665

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

09:15-23:13

2 stops27h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 29/7

14:08-06:50

2 stops26h 42m

$1,714

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $360). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). 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 81 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 22 May 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
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
454 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,041 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,075 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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, American Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from Australia to Washington, D.C. in just under 21h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 33m. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 15741 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 $360). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). 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 8 airlines flying from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 8 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$571Average$1,846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$782Average$1,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,026Average$1,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,210Average$1,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,352Average$2,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EVA AirCheapest$1,713Average$1,737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,345Average$2,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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