Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. from $927

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WAS
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or February, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,404

One-way from

$927

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,730
6/3-14/3
  • 6/3-14/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($477 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($107 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 4 November 2025.

Tue 23/1211:30MEL - BWI
1 stop36h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 25/112:25BWI - MEL
2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,421
Mon 1/1216:05MEL - BWI
1 stop38h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1215:20BWI - MEL
2 stops26h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/11$1,656
Mon 1/1216:05MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1211:25IAD - MEL
2 stops25h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,656
Mon 1/1216:05MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 36mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1217:08IAD - MEL
1 stop43h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/11$1,675
Mon 1/1216:05MEL - BWI
2 stops23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1215:20BWI - MEL
2 stops26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,710
Sun 9/1112:10MEL - IAD
2 stops33h 17mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/1109:10IAD - MEL
2 stops33h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$1,728
Tue 23/1211:30MEL - BWI
2 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/118:34BWI - MEL
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,757
Wed 24/1211:30MEL - BWI
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/118:34BWI - MEL
1 stop23h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,817
Mon 1/1211:05MEL - BWI
2 stops23h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1211:09BWI - MEL
3 stops30h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,890
Thu 25/1211:30MEL - BWI
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/112:25BWI - MEL
2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,892
Thu 25/1211:30MEL - BWI
1 stop36h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/108:42BWI - MEL
1 stop33h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,968
Thu 25/1213:00MEL - DCA
2 stops25h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/117:59DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,974

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

16:05-22:59

1 stop22h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 14/3

15:24-05:00

1 stop22h 36m

$1,404

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:45-21:39

2 stops25h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/5

07:55-06:45

2 stops32h 50m

$1,404

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 21/12

13:00-05:14

1 stop32h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 25/1

08:13-10:00

1 stop33h 47m

$1,421

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

11:30-21:26

1 stop25h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/2

08:42-10:00

1 stop33h 18m

$1,421

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

11:30-21:42

2 stops26h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 14/3

12:44-08:30

2 stops28h 46m

$1,421

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:30-16:47

1 stop21h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/5

06:15-08:15

1 stop36h 00m

$1,421

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 25/12

11:30-19:30

2 stops24h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 26/1

08:42-10:00

1 stop33h 18m

$1,421

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

11:30-08:17

1 stop36h 47m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 25/1

12:25-09:30

2 stops29h 05m

$1,421

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

09:45-20:53

1 stop25h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/5

19:01-05:00

1 stop43h 59m

$1,656

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

14:35-22:19

1 stop21h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/5

20:20-05:00

2 stops42h 40m

$1,656

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 31 October 2025.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. (average of $895). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,614). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 4 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.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 4 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways 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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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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 21h 24m. The distance from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. is about 16377 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,074 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Air Canada, starting at $1,114 and $1,424 round-trip. American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $927. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. (average of $895). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,614). 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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