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$644+ Cheap flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
abr. 17 — abr. 241
vie. 4/17
vie. 4/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 marzo 18, 2026.

This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/169:20 am
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops27h 23m
Air Canada
jue. 4/2311:00 am
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops30h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/17$936
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/299:20 am
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops40h 41m
Air Canada
mié. 5/612:45 pm
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops28h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/15$964
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/289:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops49h 58m
Air Canada
vie. 5/155:35 pm
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops47h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/14$988
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
jue. 4/239:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops45h 10m
Air Canada
dom. 4/2610:08 pm
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops43h 12m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$990
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/169:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 09m
Air Canada
jue. 4/238:20 am
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/17$991
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
mié. 5/279:20 am
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops40h 41m
Air Canada
dom. 5/3112:45 pm
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops52h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/15$1,001
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/309:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops25h 09m
Air Canada
jue. 5/74:05 pm
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops25h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,003
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/169:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops39h 57m
Air Canada
sáb. 5/210:08 pm
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops67h 12m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/15$1,007
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/279:20 am
SYD
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IAD
2 stops40h 30m
Air Canada
lun. 5/48:15 am
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/13$1,013
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/279:20 am
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops40h 41m
Air Canada
lun. 5/412:45 pm
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops28h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/13$1,013
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
mar. 4/289:20 am
SYD
-
IAD
2 stops49h 58m
Air Canada
mar. 5/58:15 am
IAD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/14$1,019
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/309:20 am
SYD
-
DCA
2 stops46h 53m
Air Canada
jue. 5/712:45 pm
DCA
-
SYD
2 stops28h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,021

Find 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 marzo 18, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$936
(CheersTravel)

One-way from

$644
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,139
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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 marzo 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 4/23

9:20 am-4:30 pm

2 stops45h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 4/26

10:08 pm-7:20 am

2 stops43h 12m

$990

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 4/30

9:20 am-9:18 pm

2 stops49h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 5/7

9:45 am-7:20 am

2 stops31h 35m

$1,013

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

dom. 5/3

9:30 am-5:08 pm

1 stop21h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 5/10

6:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

$1,044

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

lun. 5/4

10:55 am-11:27 pm

2 stops26h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 5/18

4:12 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 18m

$1,057

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 5/27

9:20 am-10:19 am

2 stops38h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 5/31

6:55 pm-7:20 am

2 stops46h 25m

$1,061

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 4/27

9:10 am-8:35 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 5/4

5:00 pm-7:05 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,100

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

lun. 5/4

10:55 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 5/18

2:37 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 53m

$1,105

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 4/30

9:20 am-10:43 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 5/7

6:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops35h 20m

$1,114

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

mar. 4/28

10:55 am-10:28 pm

1 stop25h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 5/5

5:59 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 16m

$1,120

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

mié. 7/1

9:30 am-10:43 pm

2 stops27h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 10/1

1:05 pm-8:15 am

2 stops29h 10m

$1,126

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $359). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $897). 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.

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 marzo 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways and United Airlines 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,434 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. can take about 21h 38m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,044. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 10200 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Melbourne - Baltimore/Washington as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Washington, D.C. 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 Australia to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $359). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $897). 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 Australia to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top airline 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 marzo 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$885Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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