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$608+ 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
Sep 11 — Sep 181
Fri 9/11
Fri 9/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 12, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/137:50 am -
3 stops38h 35m
Wed 9/301:25 pm -
3 stops35h 02m
Deal found 8/11$1,066
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2211:12 am -
3 stops34h 53m
Wed 9/301:25 pm -
3 stops35h 02m
Deal found 8/11$1,120
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 10/1910:21 am -
2 stops31h 29m
Mon 10/269:10 am -
2 stops29h 13m
Deal found 8/11$1,163
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/222:03 pm -
2 stops51h 47m
Wed 9/3010:00 am -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 8/11$1,176
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/38:59 am -
3 stops35h 56m
Wed 9/168:35 am -
3 stops39h 42m
Deal found 8/11$1,210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 11/512:37 pm -
2 stops27h 23m
Tue 11/2410:10 am -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 8/11$1,213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 10/107:50 pm -
2 stops46h 00m
Sat 10/319:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 8/12$1,225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 11/45:36 pm -
2 stops46h 24m
Tue 11/2410:10 am -
2 stops28h 53m
Deal found 8/11$1,226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/214:18 pm -
2 stops25h 57m
Wed 10/711:55 am -
2 stops39h 01m
Deal found 8/10$1,256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/246:52 pm -
1 stop23h 23m
Fri 9/119:30 am -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 8/10$1,263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/283:04 pm -
2 stops26h 26m
Mon 10/511:55 am -
2 stops24h 07m
Deal found 8/12$1,268
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 9/111:05 am -
3 stops40h 40m
Thu 10/17:35 am -
3 stops36h 45m
Deal found 8/8$1,268

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 August 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,066
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$608
(Delta)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,626
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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 August 12, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/5

12:37 pm-8:00 am

2 stops27h 23m

Melbourne

Tue 11/24

10:10 am-12:50 am

2 stops30h 40m

$1,213

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/13

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 23m

Melbourne

Wed 9/30

9:30 am-4:37 pm

1 stop21h 07m

$1,263
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/23

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 23m

Melbourne

Wed 9/2

9:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,263

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/7

3:04 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 26m

Melbourne

Wed 9/16

9:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,267

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/20

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 23m

Melbourne

Sat 8/29

10:55 am-10:09 am

2 stops37h 14m

$1,267

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - MEL Melbourne

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/28

3:04 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 26m

Melbourne

Mon 10/5

11:55 am-9:02 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$1,267

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - AVV Melbourne Avalon

IADAVV

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

12:43 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops34h 27m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-9:26 pm

3 stops30h 26m

$1,538

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - AVV Melbourne Avalon

BWIAVV

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/9

4:04 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops39h 11m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 11/26

8:55 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops38h 17m

$1,550

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI Baltimore/Washington - AVV Melbourne Avalon

BWIAVV

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/5

11:51 am-7:35 am

2 stops51h 44m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/25

10:20 am-7:12 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$1,551

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - AVV Melbourne Avalon

IADAVV

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/5

9:55 am-2:05 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/11

6:00 am-9:26 pm

3 stops31h 26m

$1,575

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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

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 $1,264). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,914). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flights typically cost between $1,211 and $1,900 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,066 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 13-Sep 30).

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

Booking 88 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.

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 August 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,910 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
660 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

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 $1,263, Delta can have you in Melbourne from Washington, D.C. in 23h 23m. 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 Qantas Airways, from $1,168, and Air New Zealand, from $1,363. United Airlines is 73% 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, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Melbourne or Baltimore/Washington - 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 $1,264). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,914). 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 August 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,084Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,168Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,363Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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