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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne from $761

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in February or July, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 22 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,802

One-way from

$761

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,858
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
18/3
  • 18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 December 2024.

Tue 24/1206:21IAD - MEL
2 stops33h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 21/112:00MEL - IAD
2 stops26h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/12$1,861
Fri 27/1208:40DCA - MEL
1 stop30h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 30/1212:00MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,887
Tue 24/1217:30DCA - MEL
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 21/116:20MEL - DCA
1 stop20h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,896
Sun 29/1217:15IAD - MEL
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 13/117:25MEL - IAD
2 stops38h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$2,403
Tue 24/1222:05IAD - MEL
1 stop43h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/112:05MEL - IAD
2 stops25h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$3,011
Tue 31/1208:30BWI - MEL
1 stop33h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/112:05MEL - BWI
2 stops34h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/12$3,054
Tue 24/1212:40IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/116:20MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$3,241
Sun 29/1209:06DCA - MEL
1 stop28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/112:00MEL - DCA
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$3,243
Tue 24/1208:30BWI - MEL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/111:30MEL - BWI
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/12$3,339
Tue 24/1214:40IAD - MEL
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/111:30MEL - IAD
1 stop25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12$3,339
Tue 24/1217:59DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/113:00MEL - DCA
2 stops23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12$3,345
Tue 31/1207:00DCA - MEL
2 stops37h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/100:45MEL - DCA
2 stops34h 12mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/12$3,444

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/2

08:00-07:35

1 stop31h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

16:20-20:50

1 stop20h 30m

$1,802

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 30/3

06:52-05:00

1 stop31h 08m

Melbourne

Sun 6/4

15:05-22:21

1 stop21h 16m

$1,802

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/2

09:00-09:30

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 14/2

16:20-23:00

1 stop22h 40m

$1,863

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/2

09:00-11:05

2 stops34h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

07:45-16:10

2 stops24h 25m

$1,871

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 26/3

07:31-07:35

1 stop33h 04m

Melbourne

Tue 15/4

06:15-17:22

2 stops25h 07m

$1,885

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/4

14:35-11:25

3 stops30h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

06:00-16:19

2 stops24h 19m

$2,024

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/5

17:30-12:20

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

21:40-16:23

2 stops32h 43m

$2,032

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 27/2

06:15-10:50

2 stops60h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

13:00-06:51

2 stops33h 51m

$2,082

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/2

09:55-12:15

3 stops34h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

07:00-22:02

3 stops31h 02m

$2,111

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 24/5

19:18-12:15

2 stops26h 57m

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

13:40-23:00

2 stops23h 20m

$2,133

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 WAS to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 22 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 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 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, 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 22 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as American Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air Canada. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.1
Very Good
191 reviews
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.0
Very Good
492 reviews
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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 Washington, D.C. to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,802), Qantas Airways ($1,871), and Air Canada ($2,032) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. American Airlines is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $820. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne for a low price.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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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