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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from $906

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in May or April, 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 (MEL) 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,598

One-way from

$906

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,235
11/2-20/2
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  • 4 total stops
  • 99h 53m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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26/1
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 33m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
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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 January 2025.

Tue 11/220:15MEL - IAD
2 stops40h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/212:35IAD - MEL
2 stops59h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,598
Fri 24/106:00MEL - IAD
2 stops32h 41mQantas Airways
Fri 31/117:24IAD - MEL
2 stops28h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,609
Mon 10/213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 22/222:20IAD - MEL
1 stop43h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,968
Mon 17/213:00MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Sun 2/312:35IAD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 19/1$2,002
Mon 17/206:45MEL - IAD
2 stops25h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/306:12IAD - MEL
1 stop31h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1$2,018
Wed 28/520:00MEL - IAD
2 stops48h 45mAir China
Tue 17/618:00IAD - MEL
2 stops54h 35mAir China
Deal found 19/1$2,082
Sun 1/621:00MEL - IAD
1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 17/621:05IAD - MEL
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/1$2,202
Tue 20/506:00MEL - IAD
2 stops24h 23mAir Canada
Mon 2/617:30IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 19/1$2,291
Wed 12/222:40MEL - IAD
2 stops36h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/214:00IAD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1$2,308
Thu 24/407:00MEL - IAD
3 stops47h 00mAir Tahiti Nui
Fri 9/517:38IAD - MEL
3 stops32h 12mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 19/1$2,722
Mon 17/209:00MEL - IAD
2 stops40h 10mANA
Sun 2/311:05IAD - MEL
2 stops60h 30mANA
Deal found 19/1$2,783
Wed 16/405:15MEL - IAD
1 stop41h 25mEmirates
Wed 30/410:55IAD - MEL
1 stop28h 35mEmirates
Deal found 19/1$2,812

Find flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl within your budget

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MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

20:15-20:58

2 stops40h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 20/2

12:35-15:45

2 stops59h 10m

$1,598

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

19:25-22:20

2 stops42h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 19/3

17:20-11:40

2 stops27h 20m

$1,601

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

13:00-19:27

1 stop22h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 22/2

22:20-09:30

1 stop43h 10m

$1,968

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

13:00-19:25

1 stop22h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/3

12:35-09:30

1 stop28h 55m

$2,002

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

06:45-16:12

2 stops25h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/3

06:12-05:40

1 stop31h 28m

$2,018

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

20:00-06:45

2 stops48h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/6

18:00-14:35

2 stops54h 35m

$2,082

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

21:00-16:10

1 stop33h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/6

21:05-16:45

1 stop29h 40m

$2,202

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

06:00-16:23

2 stops24h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/6

17:30-11:05

2 stops27h 35m

$2,291

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

22:40-19:30

2 stops36h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 17/2

14:00-20:55

2 stops38h 55m

$2,308

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

07:00-16:00

3 stops47h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

17:38-15:50

3 stops32h 12m

$2,722

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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 Airport 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 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport 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 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,449 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,601, Qantas Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,968 and $2,002, respectively. Qantas Airways is 30% 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. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $951 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $1,330 and Qatar Airways from $1,331 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.

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    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 Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$901Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,445Average$2,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,501Average$1,985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,578Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,613Average$2,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,799Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,035Average$2,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,311Average$2,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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