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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. from $661

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WAS
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or February, booked 51 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 (MEL) 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,038

One-way from

$1,027

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,465
Japan Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • 11/6-16/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
3/6
  • 3/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($151 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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

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 30 April 2025.

Wed 18/620:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/722:16IAD - MEL
2 stops74h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,851
Wed 11/607:25MEL - BWI
2 stops30h 28mJapan Airlines
Mon 16/606:00BWI - MEL
2 stops33h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,038
Wed 11/607:25MEL - DCA
2 stops28h 34mJapan Airlines
Mon 16/609:59DCA - MEL
2 stops29h 46mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,077
Wed 11/607:25MEL - DCA
2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/622:09DCA - MEL
2 stops41h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,101
Wed 25/610:55MEL - IAD
1 stop27h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/708:30IAD - MEL
2 stops33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,227
Sun 10/815:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 39mQantas Airways
Wed 22/1011:30IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,291
Sun 10/815:05MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 22/1013:19DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,293
Sun 10/809:30MEL - DCA
2 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/1018:00DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,324
Sun 10/810:55MEL - BWI
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/1018:56BWI - MEL
1 stop23h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,330
Thu 24/706:00MEL - IAD
2 stops38h 21mAir Canada
Fri 8/810:25IAD - MEL
3 stops35h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 29/4$2,418
Sun 10/815:05MEL - BWI
1 stop21h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1013:19BWI - MEL
1 stop24h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,426
Tue 22/718:25MEL - IAD
2 stops60h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/819:59IAD - MEL
2 stops49h 01mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,452

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

20:00-06:39

2 stops48h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/7

22:16-14:35

2 stops74h 19m

$1,851

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:25-21:59

2 stops28h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/6

09:59-05:45

2 stops29h 46m

$2,077

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:25-20:43

2 stops27h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 15/6

22:09-05:45

2 stops41h 36m

$2,101

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 25/6

10:55-05:08

1 stop32h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/7

17:45-07:30

1 stop23h 45m

$2,227

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

09:30-16:55

1 stop21h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/8

16:20-07:30

2 stops25h 10m

$2,241

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-23:04

1 stop21h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 22/10

13:19-05:00

1 stop24h 41m

$2,291

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-22:44

1 stop21h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/10

11:30-05:00

1 stop26h 30m

$2,291

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-01:05

1 stop24h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/10

13:19-05:00

1 stop24h 41m

$2,293

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

09:30-22:42

2 stops27h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/10

18:00-09:15

1 stop24h 15m

$2,324

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

07:25-22:17

2 stops28h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/8

06:00-05:45

2 stops33h 45m

$2,366

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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 Airport to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 25 April 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 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 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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

    Flying on Japan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $2,038. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $2,227 and $2,293, respectively. Japan Airlines is 9% 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 Airport to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,049 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $1,130 and Japan Airlines from $1,338 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$878Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,391Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,488Average$2,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,511Average$2,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,543Average$2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,608Average$2,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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