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$494+ Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SYD — WAS
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$824
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,428
From Australia to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/19:30 amSYD - BWI
1 stop21h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/144:20 pmBWI - SYD
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$816
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:55 amMEL - BWI
2 stops26h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/139:00 amBWI - MEL
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$824
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:00 amBNE - IAD
2 stops39h 33mAir Canada
Tue 11/181:20 pmIAD - BNE
2 stops28h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$836
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:00 amBNE - DCA
2 stops40h 08mAir Canada
Tue 11/1812:55 pmDCA - BNE
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$836
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 10/318:40 amBNE - BWI
2 stops22h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:30 amBWI - BNE
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:40 amBNE - BWI
1 stop20h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/278:30 amBWI - BNE
1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$881
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/199:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops25h 52mAir Canada
Wed 8/279:35 amIAD - SYD
2 stops55h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$885
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:10 amSYD - BWI
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/17:00 amBWI - SYD
2 stops34h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$917
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:50 pmMEL - DCA
3 stops36h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:40 pmDCA - MEL
3 stops49h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$940
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1410:40 amSYD - BWI
2 stops38h 35mDelta
Sat 1/32:07 pmBWI - SYD
2 stops26h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/30$958
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/77:00 amMEL - IAD
3 stops41h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2812:35 pmIAD - MEL
3 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$985
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/201:00 pmMEL - BWI
1 stop32h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 12/68:30 amBWI - MEL
1 stop33h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/31$1,018

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 9/25

10:55 am-5:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/13

6:55 pm-9:15 am

1 stop23h 20m

$824

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/14

9:30 am-7:12 pm

2 stops23h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/21

2:54 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 06m

$830

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Wed 10/22

10:00 am-11:33 am

2 stops39h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/18

1:20 pm-8:45 am

2 stops28h 25m

$836

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - DCA

BNEDCA

Brisbane

Wed 10/22

10:00 am-12:08 pm

2 stops40h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/18

12:55 pm-8:45 am

2 stops28h 50m

$836

BrisbaneBaltimore

BNE - BWI

BNEBWI

Brisbane

Fri 10/31

8:40 am-5:37 pm

2 stops22h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/23

6:30 am-5:00 am

2 stops31h 30m

$872

BrisbaneBaltimore

BNE - BWI

BNEBWI

Brisbane

Fri 10/31

10:40 am-10:57 pm

2 stops26h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/27

8:30 am-7:30 am

1 stop32h 00m

$881

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/19

9:20 am-9:12 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/27

9:35 am-7:20 am

2 stops55h 45m

$885

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/28

9:10 am-11:04 pm

2 stops27h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-7:05 am

2 stops34h 05m

$917

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 9/29

8:50 pm-7:44 pm

3 stops36h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/20

8:40 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops49h 25m

$940

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/14

10:40 am-9:15 am

2 stops38h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/3

2:07 pm-8:30 am

2 stops26h 23m

$958

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 AU to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air, and ANA from Australia to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $497 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $499 and Virgin Australia from $626 one-way.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 3 airlines flying from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$889Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,240Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,757Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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