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$496+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Sydney (SYD)

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IAD — SYD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or April, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Sydney

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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,032
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$496
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,557
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($306 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 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 September 17, 2025.

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Mon 10/206:15 amIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/22:05 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,032
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Thu 10/306:00 amIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/612:10 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,037
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Mon 10/276:15 amIAD - SYD
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/92:05 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,079
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Sun 11/167:43 amIAD - SYD
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/265:45 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,117
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Wed 10/296:13 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 32mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/149:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops24h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,136
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Tue 10/286:13 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/169:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops24h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,155
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Wed 10/296:13 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/159:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops48h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,170
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Tue 10/286:13 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/159:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops48h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,189
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Sun 10/196:25 amIAD - SYD
2 stops46h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/269:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops47h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,204
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Thu 10/306:13 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops34h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/49:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop35h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,211
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Thu 10/237:41 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops33h 04mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/89:40 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop24h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,230
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Fri 10/317:43 amIAD - SYD
2 stops45h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/79:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops24h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,232

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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

Thu 10/30

6:13 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops34h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/4

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,211

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

6:13 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops33h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/5

9:40 pm-4:36 pm

3 stops34h 56m

$1,287

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

11:41 am-1:00 pm

2 stops34h 19m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

2:00 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops24h 18m

$1,307

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/29

6:13 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops34h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

9:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,322

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/19

7:00 am-8:00 am

1 stop34h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/26

9:55 am-11:44 pm

2 stops28h 49m

$1,515

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

1:30 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops37h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

9:15 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,519

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

1:30 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops37h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/5

9:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops54h 30m

$1,539

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/1

10:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops54h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/7

9:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops54h 30m

$1,559

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/1

10:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops54h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

9:15 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,559

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

9:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops54h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

9:15 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,579

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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 September 12, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,032). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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 September 17, 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 17% 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney?

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 September 17, 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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 34h 32m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,211. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Sydney are separated by a distance of 9737 mi.

  • 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $544 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Qantas Airways, starting at $830 and $842 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

  • 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 $48 per day.

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

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,032). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$544Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$830Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$842Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$984Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,289Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
ANACheapest$1,370Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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