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$721+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to District of Columbia

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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from Sydney to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/2711:50 amSYD - IAD
1 stop20h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:45 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop42h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,233
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop37h 50mAir China
Tue 1/610:00 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop49h 30mAir China
Deal found 12/10$1,314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3111:50 amSYD - IAD
2 stops27h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/143:19 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop25h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,477
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/2911:20 amSYD - IAD
1 stop21h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/64:11 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops24h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,774
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3111:50 amSYD - DCA
1 stop20h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/143:30 pmDCA - SYD
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,774
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/3010:40 amSYD - IAD
2 stops29h 17mDelta
Wed 1/79:00 amIAD - SYD
2 stops31h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/11$1,776
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/202:00 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop27h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/152:10 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,796
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/2812:10 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/43:22 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop22h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,831
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/282:00 pmSYD - DCA
1 stop23h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/44:28 pmDCA - SYD
1 stop22h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,831
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/282:05 pmSYD - DCA
1 stop24h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/44:50 pmDCA - SYD
2 stops25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,846
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/105:45 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops38h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amIAD - SYD
1 stop32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,880
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/105:45 pmSYD - DCA
2 stops33h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/147:45 amDCA - SYD
1 stop31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,880

Find flight deals from Sydney to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,077
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$721
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,699
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to District of Columbia 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Sydney

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

11:20 am-3:33 pm

2 stops44h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

8:40 pm-9:35 am

2 stops44h 55m

$1,077

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/25

9:55 am-8:56 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

2:45 pm-8:45 am

2 stops26h 00m

$1,122

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

11:20 am-3:36 pm

1 stop20h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

$1,156

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

11:20 am-8:49 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/26

4:10 pm-6:20 am

1 stop22h 10m

$1,181

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

12:10 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop20h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/26

2:45 pm-9:05 am

2 stops26h 20m

$1,181

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

2:15 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops24h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/9

3:42 pm-8:30 am

2 stops24h 48m

$1,182

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/27

11:20 am-6:50 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

7:45 pm-6:20 am

1 stop42h 35m

$1,233

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

8:40 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/23

10:20 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops45h 40m

$1,237

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/25

1:55 pm-11:29 am

3 stops37h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

2:45 pm-10:30 am

2 stops27h 45m

$1,257

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

11:45 am-1:49 pm

3 stops42h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/19

2:45 pm-8:45 am

2 stops26h 00m

$1,306

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia (average of $410). Flying from Sydney to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $909). 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 much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to District of Columbia?

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Sydney to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to District of Columbia.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to District of Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to District of Columbia in 20h 16m. Fly via Air Canada, Air New Zealand, or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Sydney to District of Columbia is about 9758 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to District of Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $476 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $497 and Qantas Airways from $547 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to District of Columbia (average of $410). Flying from Sydney to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $909). 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 airline flying from Sydney to District of Columbia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sydney to District of Columbia. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$885Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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