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$565+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Sydney (SYD)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SYD
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/255:35 amIAD - SYD
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/268:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,698
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Tue 12/239:58 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops41h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/268:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,703
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:11 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops40h 44mAir Canada
Tue 12/3011:20 amSYD - IAD
1 stop40h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 12/8$1,770
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2810:06 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops43h 29mAir Canada
Wed 2/1111:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops25h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 12/7$1,779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2810:06 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop43h 29mAir Canada
Sun 2/1511:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops25h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 12/7$1,784
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Fri 12/269:58 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops41h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/268:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,789
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/810:11 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops43h 24mAir Canada
Mon 12/1511:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops25h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 12/7$1,799

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Sydney (SYD). 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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$999
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$565
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,173
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($417 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney 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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/25

12:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/8

12:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/26

4:10 pm-6:20 am

1 stop22h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/9

11:50 am-8:49 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$1,204

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

12:38 pm-6:50 am

2 stops26h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/8

10:40 am-7:54 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$1,217

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

6:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

2:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops23h 17m

$1,217

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

12:50 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/23

11:20 am-11:56 pm

1 stop28h 36m

$1,263

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/16

10:20 pm-6:20 am

1 stop40h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

11:20 am-4:22 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$1,275

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

10:20 pm-6:20 am

1 stop40h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/23

12:10 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop24h 44m

$1,275

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/20

6:20 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/10

9:40 pm-5:27 pm

3 stops34h 47m

$1,396

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

6:20 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/17

9:40 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops34h 45m

$1,414

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

5:26 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops34h 19m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/23

9:40 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$1,418

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Sydney in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $399). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $862). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 8, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated December 8, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, such as Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,084 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,513 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Sydney. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kingsford Smith from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Sydney airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. It is only a 4.6 mi journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney can take about 26h 12m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,217. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Sydney are separated by a distance of 9737 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 Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney 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 Delta and Qantas Airways, starting at $609 and $827 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $395. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney for a low price.

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

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney flights have a layover in Dallas most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are located about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers in need of a car in Dallas can rent one for about $51 per day.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney is Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $399). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $862). 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 7 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Sydney

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney. 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$379Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$544Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$827Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$830Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$854Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,289Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
ANACheapest$1,370Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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