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$531+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne

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WAS — MEL
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in April or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$870
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$531
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,384
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 July 30, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/98:25 amIAD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mAir Canada
Tue 9/166:00 amMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$871
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/2111:00 amDCA - MEL
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/68:00 amMEL - DCA
3 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$979
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/213:36 pmIAD - MEL
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/67:45 amMEL - IAD
3 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$979
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/911:00 amDCA - MEL
3 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Tue 9/168:30 pmMEL - DCA
3 stops37h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$987
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:45 amBWI - MEL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/206:55 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,150
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/94:47 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops28h 03mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/168:35 amMEL - DCA
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,286
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 11/1712:35 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/1510:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$1,293
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 11/167:07 amBWI - MEL
2 stops34h 18mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/226:50 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops50h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,309
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 10/209:40 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/710:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops52h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,388
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Tue 11/185:06 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops27h 39mFiji Airways
Thu 12/182:15 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops22h 41mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,412
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Thu 11/63:23 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops28h 02mQantas Airways
Sat 11/156:00 amMEL - BWI
2 stops24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,432
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 11/265:00 pmDCA - MEL
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 12/104:05 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop23h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,486

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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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

8:25 am-1:20 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-6:31 am

2 stops38h 31m

$871

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/21

11:00 am-1:05 pm

3 stops35h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

8:00 am-8:40 pm

3 stops28h 40m

$979

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/21

3:36 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops30h 29m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

7:45 am-8:29 pm

3 stops28h 44m

$979

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

11:00 am-11:35 am

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 9/16

8:30 pm-7:44 pm

3 stops37h 14m

$987

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/13

5:45 am-10:50 am

2 stops39h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 9/20

6:55 pm-7:00 am

2 stops50h 05m

$1,150

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

4:47 pm-10:50 am

2 stops28h 03m

Melbourne

Tue 9/16

8:35 am-10:09 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,286

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

12:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 12/15

10:35 am-8:34 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,293

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/21

7:09 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 41m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

8:35 am-10:41 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$1,333

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/20

9:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

10:55 pm-11:45 am

2 stops52h 50m

$1,388

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/22

1:32 pm-5:00 am

1 stop25h 28m

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

10:00 am-6:46 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$1,435

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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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 76 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 WAS to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on September 15, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Fiji Airways, and Air New Zealand 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

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  • 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 $870. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,286, and Turkish Airlines, from $1,388. Air Canada is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $727 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $745 and Philippine Airlines from $876 one-way.

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$818Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$901Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,261Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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