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Cheap flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. from $743

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,217

One-way from

$743

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,510
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 8/3-4/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 58m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 28m total
  • Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($407 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($95 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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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 21 February 2025.

Sat 8/311:15SYD - IAD
2 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/414:12IAD - SYD
2 stops26h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,217
Sat 8/311:15SYD - DCA
1 stop25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/417:00DCA - SYD
2 stops24h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,217
Sun 9/306:05SYD - DCA
2 stops31h 54mQantas Airways
Mon 31/308:15DCA - SYD
1 stop32h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,373
Thu 17/409:20SYD - DCA
2 stops40h 41mAir Canada
Tue 22/406:00DCA - SYD
2 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,665
Tue 11/313:00SYD - IAD
2 stops24h 14mQantas Airways
Wed 2/407:31IAD - SYD
1 stop33h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,759
Tue 11/310:30SYD - IAD
2 stops40h 08mAir Canada
Mon 31/310:35IAD - SYD
2 stops54h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,764
Tue 11/311:20SYD - IAD
1 stop19h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 31/317:55IAD - SYD
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,819
Wed 12/311:50SYD - DCA
1 stop23h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/417:59DCA - SYD
1 stop22h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,819
Wed 23/409:30SYD - BWI
2 stops57h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 27/417:45BWI - SYD
2 stops47h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,819
Wed 23/413:15SYD - BWI
3 stops30h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/406:10BWI - SYD
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,850
Sun 9/321:00SYD - IAD
2 stops38h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/321:40IAD - SYD
2 stops31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2$2,012
Tue 24/608:55SYD - BWI
2 stops45h 13mJapan Airlines
Sat 30/806:11BWI - SYD
2 stops58h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,107

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Return

Price

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/3

11:15-22:20

2 stops27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/4

14:12-08:05

2 stops26h 53m

$1,217

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/3

11:15-20:43

1 stop25h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/4

17:00-08:05

2 stops24h 05m

$1,217

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/3

06:05-21:59

2 stops31h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 30/3

08:15-08:05

1 stop32h 50m

$1,373

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/4

09:20-12:01

2 stops40h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 22/4

06:00-07:20

2 stops35h 20m

$1,665

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

13:00-22:14

2 stops24h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

07:31-08:05

1 stop33h 34m

$1,759

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

10:30-11:38

2 stops40h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 31/3

10:35-08:20

2 stops54h 45m

$1,764

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

11:20-16:17

1 stop19h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 31/3

17:55-08:00

1 stop23h 05m

$1,819

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

11:20-18:42

2 stops22h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 31/3

15:30-08:00

2 stops25h 30m

$1,819

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

09:30-05:24

2 stops57h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 27/4

17:45-06:55

2 stops47h 10m

$1,819

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

13:15-05:46

3 stops30h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 27/4

06:10-07:20

2 stops35h 10m

$1,850

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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 14 February 2025.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. 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 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 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 9% 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 16 December 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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and ANA. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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.

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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.

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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.

8.4
Very Good

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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.

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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.

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

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

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 ($1,217), Qantas Airways ($1,373), and Air Canada ($1,665) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. American Airlines is currently priced 40% 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?

    $743 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $886 and $1,414, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. 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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American AirlinesCheapest$643Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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