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Cheap flights from Melbourne 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.
MEL — WAS
20 Jun — 27 Jun1
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 21 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$1,355
Fri 22/509:30
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops29h 03m
United Airlines
Fri 29/519:21
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,358
Wed 3/610:55
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 3/718:59
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/5$1,368
Wed 3/609:30
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops25h 56m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/716:23
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 07m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/5$1,373
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$1,375
Sun 31/509:30
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop35h 44m
Air New Zealand
Sun 14/606:38
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 37m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$1,411
Tue 21/709:45
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 28/711:59
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops28h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,560
Sun 23/810:00
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops25h 27m
Delta
Sun 13/919:40
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 10m
Delta
Deal found 17/5$1,612
Fri 9/1020:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops40h 39m
Air China
Tue 20/1023:00
IAD
-
MEL
1 stop49h 55m
Air China
Deal found 17/5$1,818
Thu 18/613:30
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/707:49
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops38h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$1,906
Mon 5/1000:35
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops38h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1017:33
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops45h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5$2,045
Fri 9/1020:40
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops43h 37m
Air China
Thu 22/1009:30
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops63h 10m
Air China
Deal found 17/5$2,062

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 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,355

One-way from

$837

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,258
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/6-8/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 33m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($306 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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

$1,355

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:55-21:26

2 stops24h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/7

08:16-07:30

2 stops33h 14m

$1,358
Fastest return journey

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

$1,383

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

09:30-22:45

2 stops27h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/7

16:23-07:30

2 stops25h 07m

$1,389

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:00-21:27

2 stops25h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 13/9

19:40-07:50

2 stops46h 10m

$1,612

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

$1,667

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

10:55-22:58

2 stops26h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 19/10

08:00-08:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,798

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

09:30-07:14

1 stop35h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 14/6

06:00-08:15

2 stops36h 15m

$2,107

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

08:35-06:47

2 stops36h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

17:55-10:55

2 stops27h 00m

$2,442

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:55-00:55

1 stop28h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/8

17:55-08:15

1 stop24h 20m

$2,581

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

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

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 $361). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

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

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 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 21 May 2026.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
1,038 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
9,744 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

    Departing from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. will take you 22h 13m. 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $361 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and United Airlines, starting at $1,023 and $1,163 round-trip. American Airlines is 76% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to Washington, D.C., consider Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Melbourne - Baltimore/Washington, as they are the most popular.

  • 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 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 $361). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 21 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,399Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,773Average$2,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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