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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $1,145

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in January or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,668

One-way from

$1,145

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,073
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 43m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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22/3
  • 22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($330 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 20/321:25MEL - IAD
2 stops39h 49mQantas Airways
Thu 27/311:46IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,668
Tue 22/410:55MEL - IAD
2 stops27h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 28/418:05IAD - MEL
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,794
Sun 1/620:45MEL - IAD
2 stops47h 36mAir Canada
Mon 30/617:20IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,858
Sun 23/316:20MEL - IAD
1 stop20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 30/306:18IAD - MEL
1 stop31h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,982
Sun 29/620:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 54mAir China
Tue 29/718:00IAD - MEL
2 stops54h 35mAir China
Deal found 20/2$2,091
Sun 1/620:50MEL - IAD
3 stops38h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/617:20IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,156
Sat 22/300:30MEL - IAD
2 stops55h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 30/321:00IAD - MEL
1 stop35h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2$2,494
Sat 5/416:15MEL - IAD
1 stop31h 25mJetBlue
Sun 27/421:00IAD - MEL
1 stop35h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2$2,501
Wed 10/1220:40MEL - IAD
2 stops54h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 19/113:10IAD - MEL
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2$2,505
Tue 18/303:25MEL - IAD
2 stops44h 35mEmirates
Sat 29/311:15IAD - MEL
1 stop28h 15mEmirates
Deal found 21/2$2,984
Wed 10/1214:15MEL - IAD
2 stops40h 45mFiji Airways
Thu 15/119:55IAD - MEL
2 stops48h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/2$3,623
Sat 5/418:55MEL - IAD
2 stops45h 14mAir New Zealand
Sun 27/406:10IAD - MEL
2 stops38h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$3,782

Find flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl within your budget

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Fly from

Melbourne

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Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 20/3

21:25-22:14

2 stops39h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 27/3

11:46-05:40

1 stop26h 54m

$1,668

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

10:55-23:59

2 stops27h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 28/4

18:05-08:15

1 stop24h 10m

$1,794

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

20:45-06:21

2 stops47h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/6

17:20-11:05

2 stops27h 45m

$1,858

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

16:20-22:14

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 30/3

06:18-05:00

1 stop31h 42m

$1,982

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

20:00-06:54

2 stops48h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 29/7

18:00-14:35

2 stops54h 35m

$2,091

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

20:50-21:27

3 stops38h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/6

17:20-12:10

2 stops28h 50m

$2,156

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 22/3

00:30-16:55

2 stops55h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 30/3

21:00-23:10

1 stop35h 10m

$2,494

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 5/4

16:15-08:40

1 stop31h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 27/4

21:00-22:10

1 stop35h 10m

$2,501

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

03:25-09:00

2 stops44h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 29/3

11:15-06:30

1 stop28h 15m

$2,984

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 5/4

18:55-01:09

2 stops45h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 27/4

06:10-10:50

2 stops38h 40m

$3,782

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 44 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 11 February 2024.

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

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,297 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,668, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Air Canada. Qantas Airways is 26% 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. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,325. United Airlines flights start at $1,416 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $1,679 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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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