Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. from $1,064

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WAS
1 Mai — 8 Mai1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Mo 27/709:45
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops39h 24m
American Airlines
Di 4/819:16
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop43h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,708
So 3/509:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 38m
United Airlines
So 10/518:20
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,714
Mo 27/710:55
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops36h 22m
United Airlines
Do 6/812:55
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,721
Mo 11/513:35
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 34m
Qantas Airways
Mo 18/507:00
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,724
Mi 29/710:00
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops25h 29m
Delta
Di 4/819:29
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 21m
Delta
Deal found 28/3$1,732
Do 14/508:15
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops24h 12m
American Airlines
Do 21/514:59
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,746
So 26/718:10
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops39h 09m
American Airlines
So 9/819:10
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop43h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,751
So 26/718:10
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops39h 09m
American Airlines
Do 6/819:10
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,804
Do 29/1012:00
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop22h 27m
Qantas Airways
Sa 7/1119:07
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop41h 53m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/3$1,903
Di 21/708:15
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops25h 04m
American Airlines
Di 28/719:16
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,909
Fr 30/1020:15
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops40h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 14/1106:30
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,091
So 26/719:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops49h 53m
Air China
Mi 5/806:30
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops42h 25m
Air China
Deal found 28/3$2,218

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,708

One-way from

$1,064

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,681
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 27/7-4/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 83h 08m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($502 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

So 3/5

09:30-21:02

2 stops25h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

So 10/5

08:22-08:15

2 stops33h 53m

$1,714

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Do 4/6

10:55-17:57

1 stop21h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Sa 13/6

06:00-08:15

1 stop36h 15m

$1,719

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mo 27/7

10:55-09:17

2 stops36h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Sa 8/8

15:03-08:15

2 stops27h 12m

$1,721

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mo 11/5

10:55-05:14

2 stops32h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Mo 18/5

18:20-08:15

1 stop23h 55m

$1,729

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Do 4/6

10:55-21:10

2 stops24h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sa 13/6

17:59-08:15

1 stop24h 16m

$2,664

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Do 4/6

10:55-20:42

1 stop23h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sa 13/6

17:55-08:15

1 stop24h 20m

$2,664

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

So 26/7

10:55-22:15

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

So 9/8

17:59-08:15

1 stop24h 16m

$2,669

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mo 11/5

07:25-22:15

2 stops28h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mo 18/5

08:30-05:45

2 stops31h 15m

$2,705

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

So 3/5

15:45-08:40

1 stop30h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

So 10/5

11:00-04:55

1 stop27h 55m

$2,715

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mo 22/6

10:55-22:19

1 stop25h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Di 30/6

12:40-08:15

1 stop29h 35m

$2,740

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

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 11 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. (average of $522). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,509). 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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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 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

    Departing from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. will take you 25h 32m. The distance from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. is about 16415 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,061 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, starting at $1,451 and $1,525 round-trip. Qantas Airways is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. (average of $522). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,509). 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
United AirlinesCheapest$890Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,061Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,451Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,525Average$2,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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