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

A quick flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. can take about 36h 01m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,054. There are 9737 mi between Sydney and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

According to our current data, United Airlines ($885), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. This flight start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

Most travelers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Sydney to Washington, D.C..

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to WAS?

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

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

For a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 1 airline has flights to Washington, D.C. from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

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

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

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

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$626+ Cheap Flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $1,057 and $1,349 in February. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $860 on Air Canada (Feb 18-Feb 22).

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

Wed 12/311:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops26h 02mAir Canada

Sat 12/61:20 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops28h 15mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$881

Tue 11/1111:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops44h 49mAir Canada

Sun 11/1610:12 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops43h 23mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$910

Thu 12/114:00 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops45h 56mAir Canada

Mon 12/298:40 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops44h 55mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$916

Tue 11/1811:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops50h 39mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/56:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$931

Tue 12/211:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 39mAir Canada

Sat 12/69:45 amIAD - SYD

3 stops31h 50mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$937

Tue 11/1111:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops39h 06mAir Canada

Sun 11/1611:05 amDCA - SYD

2 stops30h 30mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$959

Thu 11/2011:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 06mAir Canada

Fri 11/289:00 amIAD - SYD

2 stops32h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 11/1

$962

Fri 12/511:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops39h 01mAir Canada

Mon 12/298:40 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops44h 55mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$965

Tue 12/99:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops38h 20mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/189:59 amDCA - SYD

2 stops41h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$980

Tue 12/211:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 39mAir Canada

Fri 12/59:00 amIAD - SYD

2 stops32h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$986

Tue 12/99:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops38h 20mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/139:59 amDCA - SYD

2 stops41h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$990

Fri 12/511:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops50h 02mAir Canada

Mon 12/2910:08 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops43h 27mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$1,008

Best flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

Tue 12/99:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops38h 20mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/139:59 amDCA - SYD

2 stops41h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$990

Wed 12/1011:20 amSYD - IAD

1 stop36h 01mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/310:15 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop40h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Tue 12/92:05 pmSYD - BWI

1 stop23h 12mQantas Airways

Tue 12/303:14 pmBWI - SYD

1 stop23h 41mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/3

$1,082

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - IAD

2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:08 amIAD - SYD

1 stop32h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Tue 12/912:10 pmSYD - IAD

1 stop23h 16mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/48:30 amIAD - SYD

1 stop30h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Tue 12/92:00 pmSYD - IAD

2 stops23h 24mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/116:45 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Thu 12/411:20 amSYD - IAD

1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/141:05 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - IAD

1 stop20h 15mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/107:45 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop42h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Wed 12/311:50 amSYD - IAD

1 stop24h 52mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/116:45 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Wed 12/311:50 amSYD - IAD

1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/136:15 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop44h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Wed 12/311:50 amSYD - DCA

1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/122:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Mon 12/811:50 amSYD - DCA

1 stop25h 06mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/44:28 pmDCA - SYD

1 stop22h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Wed 12/311:50 amSYD - DCA

1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/105:59 pmDCA - SYD

1 stop44h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Thu 12/411:50 amSYD - DCA

1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/142:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Thu 12/411:50 amSYD - BWI

1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:00 amBWI - SYD

1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Thu 12/411:20 amSYD - BWI

2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/56:30 amBWI - SYD

1 stop31h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Tue 12/912:10 pmSYD - BWI

1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:00 amBWI - SYD

1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - BWI

2 stops24h 58mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:00 amBWI - SYD

1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,054

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - IAD

2 stops22h 58mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/304:10 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Wed 12/1011:20 amSYD - IAD

1 stop25h 19mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/313:22 pmIAD - SYD

1 stop22h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops22h 57mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/122:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Thu 12/1111:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/142:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Tue 12/911:50 amSYD - DCA

1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/121:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$1,055

Mon 12/812:10 pmSYD - DCA

1 stop20h 39mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/143:30 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Tue 12/92:00 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops22h 55mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/143:30 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Wed 2/1811:50 amSYD - BWI

1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines

Sun 2/226:08 pmBWI - SYD

2 stops47h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,055

Thu 12/1111:20 amSYD - BWI

1 stop26h 07mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/116:34 pmBWI - SYD

1 stop22h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Tue 12/92:00 pmSYD - BWI

2 stops23h 08mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/114:10 pmBWI - SYD

2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Thu 12/1111:20 amSYD - BWI

2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/146:34 pmBWI - SYD

1 stop22h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,055

Wed 12/1011:20 amSYD - BWI

1 stop26h 07mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:00 amBWI - SYD

1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$1,067

Last-minute flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated November 3, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 11/1111:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops44h 49mAir Canada

Sun 11/1610:12 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops43h 23mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$910

Tue 11/1111:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops39h 06mAir Canada

Sun 11/1611:05 amDCA - SYD

2 stops30h 30mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$959

Tue 11/1811:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops50h 39mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/56:00 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$931

Thu 11/2011:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 06mAir Canada

Fri 11/289:00 amIAD - SYD

2 stops32h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 11/1

$962

Tue 12/211:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 39mAir Canada

Sat 12/69:45 amIAD - SYD

3 stops31h 50mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$937

Tue 12/211:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops25h 39mAir Canada

Fri 12/59:00 amIAD - SYD

2 stops32h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$986

Wed 12/311:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops26h 02mAir Canada

Sat 12/61:20 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops28h 15mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$881

Fri 12/511:20 amSYD - DCA

2 stops39h 01mAir Canada

Mon 12/298:40 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops44h 55mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$965

Fri 12/511:20 amSYD - IAD

2 stops50h 02mAir Canada

Mon 12/2910:08 pmIAD - SYD

2 stops43h 27mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$1,008

Tue 12/99:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops38h 20mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/189:59 amDCA - SYD

2 stops41h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$980

Tue 12/99:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops38h 20mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/139:59 amDCA - SYD

2 stops41h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$990

Thu 12/114:00 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops45h 56mAir Canada

Mon 12/298:40 pmDCA - SYD

2 stops44h 55mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$916

One-way flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

Sat 1/312:20 pmSYD - BWI

3 stops44h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$626

Tue 11/189:40 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops32h 56mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$645

Mon 11/179:50 pmSYD - IAD

3 stops57h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$650

Fri 3/2011:45 amSYD - BWI

2 stops32h 19mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/2

$664

Mon 11/1711:45 amSYD - IAD

2 stops24h 54mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/3

$677

Mon 11/1711:45 amSYD - DCA

2 stops27h 59mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/3

$677

Tue 11/189:55 amSYD - IAD

2 stops36h 53mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/1

$681

Sat 1/311:55 pmSYD - DCA

2 stops23h 57mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/2

$681

Mon 12/89:55 amSYD - IAD

2 stops26h 44mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/1

$684

Tue 11/188:05 pmSYD - IAD

3 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/1

$696

Mon 1/128:40 pmSYD - IAD

1 stop37h 50mAir China

Deal found 11/2

$698

Sat 1/319:40 pmSYD - DCA

3 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$703

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/9

9:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/13

9:59 am-7:45 pm

2 stops41h 46m

$990

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/10

11:20 am-7:21 am

1 stop36h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/3

10:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop40h 45m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/8

12:10 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops24h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/4

6:08 am-7:00 am

1 stop32h 52m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/9

12:10 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop23h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/4

8:30 am-7:00 am

1 stop30h 30m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/9

2:00 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops23h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/11

6:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/4

11:20 am-4:26 pm

1 stop21h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

1:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops25h 15m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/8

12:10 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

7:45 pm-6:20 am

1 stop42h 35m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

11:50 am-8:42 pm

1 stop24h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/11

6:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

11:50 am-4:18 pm

1 stop20h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

6:15 pm-6:20 am

1 stop44h 05m

$1,054

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

11:50 am-3:58 pm

1 stop20h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/12

2:00 pm-6:20 am

2 stops24h 20m

$1,054

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Compare providers for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in November.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Sydney with our price prediction graph.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. is 10 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 Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $410). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $979). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Sydney to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

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.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

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.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

926 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,996 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

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.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,035 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

424 reviews

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.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?
For a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 1 airline has flights to Washington, D.C. from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?
A quick flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. can take about 36h 01m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,054. There are 9737 mi between Sydney and Washington, D.C.. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
According to our current data, United Airlines ($885), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Washington, D.C.. This flight start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most popular routes from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?
Most travelers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Sydney to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. (average of $410). Flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $979). 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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United Airlines	Cheapest$843	Average$1,640	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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