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$501+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/27:00 pm
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/97:30 am
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$1,135
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/296:59 pm
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops34h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:30 am
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,259
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:00 am
IAD
-
AVV
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:55 pm
AVV
-
IAD
3 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,293
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:00 am
IAD
-
MEL
3 stops36h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 5/48:30 pm
MEL
-
IAD
3 stops37h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/24$1,318
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:10 pm
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 11/77:15 am
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/23$1,344
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:00 am
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:30 pm
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops37h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$1,344
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:40 pm
DCA
-
MEL
3 stops48h 25m
Air Canada
Wed 5/68:30 pm
MEL
-
DCA
3 stops39h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/23$1,356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:45 pm
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/69:35 pm
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,358
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:55 pm
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops34h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 8/227:30 am
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops29h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/22$1,368
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:45 pm
IAD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/119:35 pm
MEL
-
IAD
2 stops36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$1,371
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:10 pm
DCA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 10/247:30 am
MEL
-
DCA
2 stops30h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/23$1,374
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/219:00 am
IAD
-
AVV
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/288:55 pm
AVV
-
IAD
3 stops52h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,386

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 March 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,135
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$501
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,354
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/3

6:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

9:30 am-5:08 pm

1 stop21h 38m

$1,461

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/21

6:59 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 16m

Melbourne

Fri 6/12

9:30 am-6:09 pm

1 stop22h 39m

$1,461

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/1

6:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 5/14

10:55 am-10:44 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,465

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/21

10:44 am-8:15 am

2 stops31h 31m

Melbourne

Thu 6/4

10:55 am-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,465

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/9

9:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 5/13

9:35 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,487

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

2:36 pm-8:15 am

1 stop27h 39m

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

10:55 am-7:12 pm

1 stop22h 17m

$1,612

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - AVV

BWIAVV

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/3

3:47 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops32h 23m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-7:27 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,650

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/2

5:15 pm-7:50 am

2 stops48h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 8/19

10:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,653

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/2

7:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

1:30 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,653

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/6

9:59 am-6:45 am

1 stop30h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 5/13

9:45 am-8:06 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$1,678

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. 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 Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $309). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,419). 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 Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated March 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
618 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,009 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,470 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $1,461, United Airlines can have you in Melbourne from Washington, D.C. in 23h 55m. Washington, D.C. and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10200 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne round-trip from $377. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $932, and Qantas Airways, from $1,168. United Airlines is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Melbourne, Baltimore/Washington - Melbourne or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Melbourne when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.

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

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

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

    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 Melbourne.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $309). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,419). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$932Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,168Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,195Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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