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$553+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Australia

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SYD
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Australia

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 7, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/103:00 pm
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
American Airlines
Wed 7/151:35 pm
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop24h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,081
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:02 am
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop30h 58m
American Airlines
Sat 12/512:00 pm
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop26h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,082
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/153:03 pm
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops26h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 7/19:30 am
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,085
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:23 pm
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 8/199:30 am
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,092
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/193:03 pm
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops26h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 7/39:30 am
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop23h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,093
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/121:00 pm
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/199:30 am
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop21h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/4$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:59 pm
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 16m
United Airlines
Tue 7/710:55 am
MEL
-
BWI
3 stops27h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,097
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:59 pm
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1810:55 am
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,102
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/186:38 am
BWI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 7/19:30 am
MEL
-
BWI
1 stop22h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,103
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1912:15 pm
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 35m
Delta
Sat 12/512:00 pm
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops28h 26m
Delta
Deal found 6/5$1,104
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/181:00 pm
BWI
-
MEL
2 stops28h 50m
Delta
Thu 11/1212:00 pm
MEL
-
BWI
2 stops24h 46m
Delta
Deal found 6/2$1,105
This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/199:20 pm
IAD
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SYD
1 stop54h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/249:30 pm
SYD
-
IAD
1 stop54h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,221

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated June 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,082
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$553
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,562
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Sydney Kingsford Smith flight deals.
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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. 5% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/15

3:03 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 27m

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

9:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,085

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/1

3:03 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 27m

Melbourne

Fri 7/10

9:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,093

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/19

12:55 pm-7:30 am

2 stops28h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

10:55 am-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,097

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/28

6:38 am-8:15 am

1 stop35h 37m

Melbourne

Thu 8/6

10:55 am-5:57 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$1,103

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/31

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 23m

Melbourne

Tue 9/15

6:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,109

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/18

6:38 am-8:15 am

1 stop35h 37m

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

9:30 am-7:14 am

1 stop35h 44m

$1,112
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/26

6:59 pm-11:20 am

2 stops26h 21m

Melbourne

Sat 7/4

10:55 am-5:59 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$1,116

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/19

6:38 am-11:20 am

2 stops38h 42m

Melbourne

Sun 7/26

10:55 am-7:17 am

2 stops34h 22m

$1,131

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/30

3:04 pm-6:50 am

2 stops25h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/19

9:15 am-6:23 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$1,347

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/3

2:10 pm-6:50 am

2 stops26h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/15

9:15 am-6:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$1,397

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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 $78). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated June 7, 2026.
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.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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

    For as low as $1,347, United Airlines can have you in Australia from Washington, D.C. in 25h 46m. There are 9781 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.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia are United Airlines ($462), Delta ($632), and Qantas Airways ($938).

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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 Washington, D.C. to Australia.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Australia 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 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 $78). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$787Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$787Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,195Average$1,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,062Average$2,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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