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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. from $831

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 — WAS
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,556

One-way from

$911

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,527
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 19/3-29/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 39m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
27/1
  • 27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 28m total
  • Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($261 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 January 2025.

Wed 19/318:25MEL - DCA
2 stops34h 19mQantas Airways
Sat 29/308:15DCA - MEL
2 stops36h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,556
Sat 1/313:45MEL - BWI
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/311:12BWI - MEL
2 stops34h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,595
Thu 6/321:25MEL - IAD
2 stops40h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 19/317:20IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,611
Fri 10/1014:00MEL - IAD
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1117:00IAD - MEL
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,874
Thu 6/311:30MEL - BWI
2 stops35h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/318:45BWI - MEL
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,911
Mon 17/213:00MEL - BWI
1 stop33h 52mLufthansa
Sun 2/318:00BWI - MEL
1 stop23h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 19/1$1,944
Tue 11/216:20MEL - BWI
1 stop37h 53mQantas Airways
Sun 23/215:15BWI - MEL
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,949
Mon 17/212:00MEL - BWI
2 stops25h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/315:15BWI - MEL
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,971
Thu 6/313:00MEL - DCA
1 stop23h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/317:56DCA - MEL
1 stop24h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,981
Thu 6/311:30MEL - IAD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/318:10IAD - MEL
1 stop23h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,981
Sun 23/216:20MEL - IAD
1 stop22h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 23/311:46IAD - MEL
1 stop26h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,056
Thu 6/317:10MEL - IAD
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 19/321:05IAD - MEL
1 stop30h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1$2,114

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MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

18:25-13:44

2 stops34h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 29/3

08:15-11:35

2 stops36h 20m

$1,556

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

13:45-09:05

3 stops35h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 15/3

11:12-12:15

2 stops34h 03m

$1,595

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

06:45-16:22

2 stops25h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 19/3

17:20-11:40

2 stops27h 20m

$1,619

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

13:00-22:43

2 stops25h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 13/3

10:51-08:30

2 stops30h 39m

$1,911

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

13:00-06:52

1 stop33h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/3

18:00-09:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,944

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

16:20-14:13

1 stop37h 53m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 23/2

15:15-05:40

1 stop22h 25m

$1,949

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

16:20-23:00

1 stop22h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 18/2

11:49-05:40

2 stops25h 51m

$1,968

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

11:30-16:14

1 stop20h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 18/2

18:17-10:00

1 stop23h 43m

$1,968

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

12:00-21:58

2 stops25h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/3

06:13-05:40

2 stops31h 27m

$1,971

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 6 October 2024.

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

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 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 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, United Airlines and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.4
Very Good
852 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.3
Very Good
1,449 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

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  • 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 Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,556 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at $1,911 and $1,944 round-trip. Qantas Airways is 32% 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. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,059. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C..

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    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.

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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,501Average$1,985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,540Average$2,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,613Average$2,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,635Average$2,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,799Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,311Average$2,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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