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$622+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Australia

WAS — SYD
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia

Mon 12/78:35 am -
2 stops31h 25m
Thu 1/2111:15 am -
2 stops24h 36m
Deal found 11/8$1,323
Sat 12/57:00 am -
2 stops34h 00m
Sat 12/127:05 am -
3 stops54h 54m
Deal found 11/5$1,335
Mon 11/96:00 am -
2 stops34h 35m
Mon 11/167:25 pm -
2 stops43h 19m
Deal found 11/4$1,336
Mon 11/912:50 pm -
2 stops27h 45m
Mon 11/167:25 pm -
2 stops42h 50m
Deal found 11/4$1,336
Mon 12/72:25 pm -
2 stops35h 35m
Thu 1/2111:15 am -
2 stops27h 44m
Deal found 11/8$1,340
Sun 11/86:00 am -
2 stops36h 55m
Tue 11/1712:10 pm -
2 stops33h 09m
Deal found 11/4$1,346
Sun 11/226:00 am -
2 stops34h 55m
Mon 4/268:35 am -
2 stops28h 01m
Deal found 11/6$1,352
Thu 12/37:00 am -
3 stops45h 50m
Sun 12/611:10 am -
2 stops26h 49m
Deal found 11/4$1,359
Sun 11/86:00 am -
2 stops36h 55m
Wed 11/188:15 am -
2 stops29h 42m
Deal found 11/5$1,394
Thu 12/37:00 am -
3 stops45h 50m
Thu 12/1011:10 am -
2 stops26h 49m
Deal found 11/8$1,394
Sun 11/86:00 am -
2 stops36h 55m
Tue 11/1712:10 pm -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 11/4$1,395
Sat 12/125:52 pm -
2 stops49h 08m
Mon 1/258:20 am -
2 stops30h 46m
Deal found 11/7$1,407

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,260
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$622
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,449
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Australia
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/23

7:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$703

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/2

8:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops30h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$716

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/10

6:59 pm-6:25 am

2 stops43h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$724

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/23

9:30 am-6:25 am

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$726

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/24

7:00 am-6:25 am

3 stops31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$743

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/20

9:30 am-6:25 am

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$753

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/20

7:00 am-6:30 am

2 stops33h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$754

Washington, D.C.Perth

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PER Perth

IADPER

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/23

6:00 am-6:55 am

2 stops59h 55m

Perth

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$774

Washington, D.C.Perth

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PER Perth

IADPER

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/2

11:10 am-1:20 am

3 stops49h 10m

Perth

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$777

Washington, D.C.Adelaide

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - ADL Adelaide

DCAADL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/16

10:11 am-10:30 am

2 stops32h 49m

Adelaide

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$788

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia (average of $1,410). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 14 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways from Washington, D.C. to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia?

    For as low as $1,492, Air New Zealand can have you in Australia from Washington, D.C. in 34h 45m. There are 9758 mi between Washington, D.C. and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia (average of $1,410). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$787Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,230Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,062Average$2,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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