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$586+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Melbourne

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IAD — MEL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne are usually found in August or March, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,376
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$586
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,974
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 12/103:23 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 02mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/2412:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,376
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 11/189:10 amIAD - MEL
2 stops33h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/312:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,378
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/810:10 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops43h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/224:50 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops45h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,393
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 12/83:25 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/2012:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,407
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 11/176:00 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/212:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops35h 21mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,408
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 11/2010:10 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops44h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/212:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,418
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/3112:35 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops31h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/1112:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 29mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,423
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 12/311:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops39h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/2310:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops52h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,435
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/89:10 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/2410:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,439
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 11/16:48 amIAD - MEL
2 stops35h 37mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/98:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops31h 09mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,443
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/3010:08 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops44h 17mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/66:50 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops42h 01mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$1,446
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/306:00 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/98:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/13$1,454

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

9:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 12/26

10:55 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$1,512

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/27

2:30 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 11/10

10:55 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$1,532

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/23

5:40 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 10/11

2:30 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,540

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

6:59 pm-9:30 am

1 stop22h 31m

Melbourne

Tue 12/2

1:00 pm-12:56 am

1 stop27h 56m

$1,556

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/18

8:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop33h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

1:00 pm-12:56 am

1 stop27h 56m

$1,556

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

6:03 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 57m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

1:00 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$1,556

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

2:25 pm-10:00 am

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 11/10

1:00 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop22h 26m

$1,560

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

10:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop43h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

1:00 pm-12:56 am

1 stop27h 56m

$1,571

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/22

10:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop43h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 12/2

1:00 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop22h 26m

$1,571

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/22

10:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop43h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

11:30 am-4:26 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$1,571

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne is 4 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 IAD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 September 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne in about 22h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 19m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Melbourne is about 10156 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $377 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Qantas Airways, starting at $825 and $1,008 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 73% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Dulles Intl to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$825Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,008Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,261Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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