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

A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney can take about 24h 09m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,637. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Sydney is about 9758 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Currently priced at $357, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Sydney and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $836 and $973, respectively. United Airlines is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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

When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Sydney consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Baltimore/Washington - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Sydney Kingsford Smith as they are the most popular.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Consider United Airlines, Qantas Airways or Air New Zealand when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Sydney layover in Los Angeles most frequently.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights?

Of the flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Little Tokyo are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Little Tokyo are located about 12.4 mi, 11.7 mi, and 12.2 mi, respectively from Los Angeles if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $42 per day.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to SYD?

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Washington, D.C.?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. 6 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

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

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

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 Sydney.

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 26, 2026.

Mon 11/96:15 pm -

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$1,072

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Deal found 8/24

$1,081

Tue 9/2211:12 am -

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Deal found 8/23

$1,089

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$1,093

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$1,094

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$1,095

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$1,132

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Deal found 8/25

$1,137

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Deal found 8/24

$1,157

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Deal found 8/24

$1,180

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$1,181

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2 stops35h 10m

Deal found 8/24

$1,195

Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 26, 2026.

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Deal found 8/21

$1,537

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Deal found 8/23

$1,563

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Deal found 8/21

$1,637

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Deal found 8/25

$1,802

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Deal found 8/25

$1,887

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Deal found 8/25

$1,310

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$1,314

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$1,538

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$1,564

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Deal found 8/25

$1,315

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$1,637

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$1,637

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Deal found 8/23

$1,359

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3 stops34h 05m

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$1,840

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Deal found 8/21

$1,712

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Deal found 8/25

$1,643

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Deal found 8/24

$1,359

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Deal found 8/22

$1,364

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Deal found 8/24

$1,687

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Deal found 8/22

$1,901

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Deal found 8/24

$1,692

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$1,410

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$1,693

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Deal found 8/21

$1,413

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$1,997

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$1,997

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Deal found 8/25

$1,860

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$1,860

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Deal found 8/21

$1,870

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Data last updated August 26, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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$1,244

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$1,250

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$1,231

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$1,252

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$1,239

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$1,219

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Deal found 8/22

$1,207

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3 stops33h 52m

Deal found 8/23

$1,089

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Deal found 8/23

$1,260

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Deal found 8/24

$1,093

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Deal found 8/24

$1,157

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2 stops35h 10m

Deal found 8/24

$1,195

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 26, 2026.

Thu 9/105:42 pm -

2 stops47h 48m

Deal found 8/25

$543

Thu 9/1012:42 pm -

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Deal found 8/25

$549

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2 stops52h 24m

Deal found 8/25

$555

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Deal found 8/23

$648

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Deal found 8/24

$650

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Deal found 8/23

$651

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2 stops35h 05m

Deal found 8/23

$652

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3 stops35h 14m

Deal found 8/25

$653

Wed 9/167:00 am -

2 stops34h 30m

Deal found 8/24

$656

Wed 9/1610:22 am -

2 stops31h 08m

Deal found 8/22

$661

Tue 9/2911:12 am -

2 stops30h 18m

Deal found 8/23

$662

Tue 9/156:38 am -

2 stops34h 52m

Deal found 8/22

$662

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One-way from	$543 (Kiwi.com)
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BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/2

12:45 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/7

11:50 am-5:32 pm

1 stop21h 42m

$1,309

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/1

11:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop29h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/10

9:20 am-4:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,310

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/3

12:34 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/10

9:20 am-7:09 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,314

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/23

4:18 pm-6:55 am

2 stops24h 37m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/30

10:20 am-5:39 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$1,315

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/19

11:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop29h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/1

11:20 am-4:44 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$1,359

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/31

4:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/10

9:20 am-4:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,359

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/6

3:04 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/15

11:20 am-5:34 pm

1 stop21h 14m

$1,364

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/6

11:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop29h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/13

11:50 am-5:26 pm

1 stop21h 36m

$1,410

BaltimoreSydney

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/1

5:43 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 17m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/17

10:30 am-9:02 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,413

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/8

9:20 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops54h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/12

9:35 pm-11:45 am

2 stops54h 10m

$1,537

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Gurufare	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney (average of $1,310). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,006). 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 Sydney?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights typically cost between $1,281 and $1,582 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,072 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 9-Nov 23).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $379.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 25m.

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

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways from Washington, D.C. to Sydney 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

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,532 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,085 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,126 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,003 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

664 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Washington, D.C.?
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. 6 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?
A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney can take about 24h 09m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,637. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Sydney is about 9758 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney round-trip?
Currently priced at $357, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Sydney and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $836 and $973, respectively. 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 Sydney?
When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Sydney consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Baltimore/Washington - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Sydney Kingsford Smith as they are the most popular.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?
Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Sydney layover in Los Angeles most frequently.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?
Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Little Tokyo are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Little Tokyo are located about 12.4 mi, 11.7 mi, and 12.2 mi, respectively from Los Angeles if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $42 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights?
Of the flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?
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 Sydney.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Sydney 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 Sydney?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney (average of $1,310). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,006). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$282	Average$795	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$357	Average$1,598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$787	Average$1,460	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
American Airlines	Cheapest$836	Average$1,490	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,105	Average$1,598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,261	Average$1,733	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights typically cost between $1,281 and $1,582 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,072 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 9-Nov 23).

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Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Sydney on Cheapflights.

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Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $379.

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Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

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Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 25m.

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Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights typically cost between $1,281 and $1,582 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,072 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 9-Nov 23).