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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $834

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MEL
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,161

One-way from

$834

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,917
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/9-24/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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3/7
  • 3/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 11m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sat 1/1111:30IAD - MEL
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 1/206:05MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$2,057
Wed 17/917:55IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 24/908:35MEL - IAD
2 stops29h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$2,161
Mon 6/1021:40IAD - MEL
2 stops31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 22/1022:20MEL - IAD
2 stops52h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,221
Sat 8/1117:16IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1114:15MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,248
Sat 30/820:29IAD - MEL
2 stops43h 26mCathay Pacific
Mon 15/914:25MEL - IAD
2 stops39h 34mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$2,345
Wed 25/606:27IAD - MEL
1 stop32h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/715:05MEL - IAD
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,385
Sun 8/615:47IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 23/610:55MEL - IAD
2 stops27h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,418
Sat 28/608:10IAD - MEL
2 stops38h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 10/712:55MEL - IAD
2 stops31h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 14/4$2,437
Mon 6/1014:20IAD - MEL
3 stops31h 15mAir Canada
Wed 22/1007:00MEL - IAD
3 stops41h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 14/4$2,454
Sun 4/522:20IAD - MEL
2 stops43h 10mLufthansa
Mon 26/513:30MEL - IAD
2 stops43h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 13/4$2,779
Sun 11/511:00IAD - MEL
1 stop40h 55mAir India
Sun 1/619:35MEL - IAD
1 stop50h 05mAir India
Deal found 14/4$3,043

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

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Dulles Intl

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 17/9

17:55-10:50

2 stops26h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

08:35-00:30

2 stops29h 55m

$2,161

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/10

21:40-20:25

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

22:20-11:45

2 stops52h 25m

$2,221

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/5

07:00-12:15

2 stops39h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

12:55-05:55

2 stops31h 00m

$2,261

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/8

18:44-05:00

1 stop44h 16m

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

15:05-22:41

1 stop21h 36m

$2,290

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 30/8

20:29-05:55

2 stops43h 26m

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

14:25-15:59

2 stops39h 34m

$2,345

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/6

06:27-05:00

1 stop32h 33m

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

15:05-22:50

1 stop21h 45m

$2,385

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/6

15:47-08:15

2 stops26h 28m

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

10:55-00:34

2 stops27h 39m

$2,418

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/6

08:10-12:15

2 stops38h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

12:55-06:50

2 stops31h 55m

$2,437

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/10

14:20-12:35

3 stops31h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

07:00-09:39

3 stops41h 39m

$2,454

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/5

22:20-07:30

2 stops43h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

13:30-19:25

2 stops43h 55m

$2,779

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 IAD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne have to say. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
183 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($2,161), Turkish Airlines ($2,221), and Qantas Airways ($2,290) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 9% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,283. Qantas Airways flights start at $1,385 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,471 one-way.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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