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Cheap flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. from $847

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,715

One-way from

$1,027

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 15/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 16m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
27/12
  • 27/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 43m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Mon 16/1220:40SYD - IAD
1 stop33h 30mAir China
Tue 14/116:35IAD - SYD
2 stops54h 55mAir China
Deal found 19/11$1,988
Tue 26/1121:45SYD - IAD
1 stop27h 25mANA
Tue 3/1211:05IAD - SYD
1 stop31h 25mANA
Deal found 18/11$2,037
Tue 26/1121:45SYD - IAD
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1211:05IAD - SYD
1 stop41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,114
Tue 26/1121:45SYD - DCA
2 stops30h 09mANA
Tue 3/1214:00DCA - SYD
2 stops28h 30mANA
Deal found 18/11$2,114
Tue 26/1111:15SYD - DCA
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1208:40DCA - SYD
1 stop32h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,137
Thu 21/1111:15SYD - IAD
2 stops22h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/1206:16IAD - SYD
1 stop32h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,152
Fri 6/1211:15SYD - IAD
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 8/1209:13IAD - SYD
1 stop28h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,217
Wed 11/1211:20SYD - IAD
2 stops36h 43mAir Canada
Sun 15/1222:15IAD - SYD
2 stops43h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11$2,238
Wed 18/1214:00SYD - BWI
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1208:45BWI - SYD
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,291
Thu 21/1111:20SYD - DCA
3 stops41h 00mAir Canada
Wed 4/1212:55DCA - SYD
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11$2,383
Tue 26/1121:45SYD - BWI
2 stops41h 10mANA
Tue 3/1206:15BWI - SYD
2 stops46h 00mANA
Deal found 18/11$2,406
Tue 26/1111:20SYD - DCA
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/111:30DCA - SYD
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,634

Find flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

11:15-20:55

1 stop25h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 28/1

12:59-06:35

1 stop25h 36m

$1,715

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

11:15-19:35

2 stops24h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 28/1

09:11-06:35

2 stops29h 24m

$1,721

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/4

10:20-22:34

2 stops26h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 9/5

18:45-07:00

1 stop22h 15m

$1,784

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/4

09:25-22:55

2 stops27h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 13/5

10:00-06:35

2 stops30h 35m

$1,801

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/2

11:20-21:00

2 stops25h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 20/2

06:00-09:35

2 stops35h 35m

$1,864

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/2

11:20-21:23

2 stops50h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 20/2

12:50-09:35

2 stops28h 45m

$1,878

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/12

20:40-14:10

1 stop33h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/1

16:35-15:30

2 stops54h 55m

$1,988

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

20:40-07:35

2 stops48h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/5

17:35-14:50

2 stops55h 15m

$2,030

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/5

08:15-23:27

2 stops29h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 22/5

06:59-06:10

2 stops33h 11m

$2,049

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

20:55-10:35

1 stop27h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/5

12:15-09:25

1 stop31h 10m

$2,073

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,000). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,602). 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 SYD to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 20 November 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons 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 20 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about ANA, American Airlines and United Airlines. 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
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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
68 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.5
Very Good
1,027 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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
832 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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
1,460 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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
3,487 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 0 flights from Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,715), United Airlines ($1,787), and Air Canada ($1,864) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. American Airlines is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $1,248 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Japan Airlines, with prices starting from $1,587 and $1,626, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,000). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,602). 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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Air CanadaCheapest$1,304Average$1,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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