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$614+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Melbourne (MEL)

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IAD — MEL
Aug 18 — Aug 251
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or June, 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 (MEL). 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 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,331
(oojo)

One-way from

$614
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,257
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. 6% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 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 August 13, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:03 amIAD - MEL
2 stops33h 47mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/2412:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops33h 02mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$1,331
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1812:35 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/148:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops28h 47mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,360
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:10 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops44h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/224:50 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops45h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,365
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/105:55 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops33h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/176:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops41h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$1,377
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 12/1312:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,379
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1812:35 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops30h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/118:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 16mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,381
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/167:00 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/2710:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$1,389
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/88:25 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 40mAir Canada
Mon 9/158:30 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops48h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 8/12$1,399
This BYOjet 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:50 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/2811:05 amMEL - IAD
2 stops32h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,404
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:04 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops45h 21mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/1112:10 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 32mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,411
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/232:25 pmIAD - MEL
3 stops30h 40mAir Canada
Wed 10/156:30 amMEL - IAD
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/12$1,412

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

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Dulles Intl

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Price

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/18

12:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 12/14

8:35 am-9:22 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$1,360

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/7

6:55 pm-9:25 am

2 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 2/18

10:35 am-9:12 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,394

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

8:50 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 9/28

11:05 am-5:36 am

2 stops32h 31m

$1,404

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/10

5:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 9/17

6:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,425

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

3:25 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

12:10 pm-7:21 am

2 stops35h 11m

$1,431

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

10:10 pm-9:25 am

2 stops43h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 12/16

6:50 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops42h 32m

$1,443

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

9:10 am-9:25 am

2 stops32h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 12/6

8:35 am-9:22 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$1,449

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/21

5:37 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops38h 38m

Melbourne

Mon 10/27

12:45 am-4:47 pm

2 stops55h 02m

$1,462

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/12

3:41 pm-11:35 am

3 stops29h 54m

Melbourne

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-6:31 am

2 stops38h 31m

$1,464

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

12:35 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops35h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

7:45 am-8:29 pm

3 stops28h 44m

$1,469

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 4 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport 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 August 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport?

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 Airport 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.

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

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 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,331. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 10% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$437Average$1,677FlexibilityNo 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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