Washington, D.C.

$579+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WAS
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:00 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:00 amBWI - MEL
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$876
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - BWI
2 stops30h 33mDelta
Fri 1/26:00 amBWI - MEL
2 stops34h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/17$883
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - BWI
2 stops29h 21mDelta
Thu 1/14:49 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops47h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/15$885
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:30 amMEL - DCA
2 stops26h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/35:59 pmDCA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,043
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:30 amMEL - IAD
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/36:15 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,043
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/910:20 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop43h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,091
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2311:30 amMEL - DCA
2 stops25h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/304:11 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops25h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,094
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/304:11 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops25h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,094
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - DCA
1 stop21h 39mDelta
Sat 1/38:09 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops67h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,098
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - IAD
2 stops30h 02mDelta
Sat 1/36:59 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops69h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,098
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Mon 12/2211:30 amMEL - BWI
2 stops28h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/312:25 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops30h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/15$1,099
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:00 pmMEL - BWI
1 stop24h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/118:13 amBWI - MEL
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,104

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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$875
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$579
(Qantas Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,702
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sydney Kingsford Smith-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Australia to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($172 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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

Fri 3/6

11:30 am-9:42 pm

2 stops26h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/14

4:05 pm-8:30 am

2 stops25h 25m

$875

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

9:30 am-10:34 pm

2 stops27h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/10

6:31 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 44m

$875

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sat 1/31

1:00 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops24h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/7

12:24 pm-9:30 am

2 stops29h 06m

$876

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 3/12

8:40 am-4:50 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/24

5:37 pm-5:30 am

1 stop21h 53m

$982

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

4:05 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/18

11:22 am-5:00 am

2 stops25h 38m

$1,033

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 3/12

7:40 pm-8:48 am

2 stops27h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/24

11:24 am-5:00 am

2 stops27h 36m

$1,034

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Tue 1/27

9:40 am-4:31 pm

1 stop21h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

5:26 pm-6:30 am

1 stop22h 04m

$1,044

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

1:00 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops23h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/15

5:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 10m

$1,044

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop24h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/18

5:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 10m

$1,044

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

11:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop20h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/18

3:58 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 32m

$1,044

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $408). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, 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.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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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 12m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,033. The distance from Australia to Washington, D.C. is about 10156 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. (average of $408). Flying from Australia to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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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