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$598+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IAD
jul. 7 — jul. 141
lun. 7/7
lun. 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 julio 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,085
(Air China)

One-way from

$598
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,650
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 2, 2025.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/108:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops48h 53mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/2210:14 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops74h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,085
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/158:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops29h 23mAir New Zealand
vie. 8/223:00 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops29h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/13:05 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop21h 41mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/1411:51 amIAD - MEL
2 stops28h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,220
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 10/277:00 amMEL - IAD
3 stops29h 20mAir Canada
lun. 12/19:00 amIAD - MEL
3 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,372
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/2510:20 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops36h 55mTurkish Airlines
lun. 12/11:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops39h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,421
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/33:05 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
mié. 9/1011:47 amIAD - MEL
1 stop27h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mar. 10/2812:00 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop27h 58mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/16:48 amIAD - MEL
1 stop34h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,467
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/158:15 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop38h 15mAir China
mar. 12/3010:00 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop49h 45mAir China
Deal found 6/30$1,731

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

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

dom. 8/10

8:00 pm-6:53 am

2 stops48h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 10/22

10:14 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops74h 31m

$1,085

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

vie. 8/15

8:35 am-11:58 pm

2 stops29h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 8/22

3:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops29h 50m

$1,138

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

vie. 8/1

3:05 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop21h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 8/14

11:51 am-6:45 am

2 stops28h 54m

$1,220

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

lun. 10/27

7:00 am-9:20 pm

3 stops29h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/1

9:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops36h 35m

$1,372

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

sáb. 10/25

10:20 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/1

1:30 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,421

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

mié. 9/3

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 9/10

11:47 am-5:00 am

1 stop27h 13m

$1,443

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

mar. 10/28

12:00 pm-12:58 am

1 stop27h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/1

6:48 am-9:30 am

1 stop34h 42m

$1,467

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

lun. 12/15

8:15 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop38h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 1/2

10:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop49h 45m

$1,731

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

mié. 9/10

12:50 pm-4:47 pm

3 stops41h 57m

$598

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

mié. 10/15

6:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$660

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 MEL to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 2, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated julio 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
922 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
870 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,593 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with prices starting at $1,138. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,220 and $1,372, respectively. Air New Zealand is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $660 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $747 and Air India from $876 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

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