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$482+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Australia

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IAD — SYD
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Australia

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$924
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$482
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,020
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Australia
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($317 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/219:10 amIAD - BNE
2 stops30h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/288:05 pmBNE - IAD
2 stops26h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$924
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/69:45 amIAD - SYD
2 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Tue 5/209:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops39h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$1,036
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:30 amIAD - SYD
2 stops32h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 12/77:05 amSYD - IAD
2 stops31h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,106
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 9/28:25 amIAD - MEL
2 stops37h 10mAir Canada
Tue 9/238:30 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops48h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$1,193
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/95:35 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/231:45 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,221
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Sat 11/85:16 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 11/227:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops43h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,226
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/305:16 pmIAD - BNE
1 stop22h 14mQantas Airways
Wed 12/1010:00 amBNE - IAD
2 stops27h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,231
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 8/212:25 pmIAD - AVV
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/88:55 pmAVV - IAD
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,243
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:35 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/281:30 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,265
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/255:36 pmIAD - CBR
2 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/112:20 pmCBR - IAD
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,267
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Mon 8/2512:15 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop31h 10mANA
Sun 8/318:55 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop32h 40mANA
Deal found 3/25$1,300
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Tue 6/106:43 pmIAD - BNE
2 stops25h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1911:40 amBNE - IAD
2 stops24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,301

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

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Dulles Intl

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Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD - BNE

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/21

9:10 am-5:25 am

2 stops30h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 4/28

8:05 pm-8:38 am

2 stops26h 33m

$924

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/6

9:45 am-7:20 am

2 stops31h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/20

9:20 am-11:14 am

2 stops39h 54m

$1,036

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/9

5:35 pm-11:45 am

2 stops28h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/23

1:45 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$1,221

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - AVV

IADAVV

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

2:25 pm-4:05 pm

3 stops35h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 9/8

8:55 pm-9:05 pm

3 stops38h 10m

$1,243

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

12:15 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/31

8:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$1,300

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD - BNE

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

6:43 pm-10:25 am

2 stops25h 42m

Brisbane

Thu 6/19

11:40 am-10:39 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,301

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD - BNE

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

8:19 am-7:05 am

1 stop32h 46m

Brisbane

Mon 6/2

10:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$1,303

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/31

9:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 4/12

9:20 pm-11:45 am

2 stops52h 25m

$1,400

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/19

2:25 pm-3:55 pm

3 stops35h 30m

Cairns

Tue 8/26

4:35 pm-6:45 am

2 stops52h 10m

$1,402

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/6

7:59 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops33h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/15

9:40 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,415

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 IAD to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Australia, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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.
8.3
Very good

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia one-way?

    $482 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and Air Canada, with prices starting from $809 and $810, respectively.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$672Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$678Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$853Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$1,036Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
ANACheapest$1,493Average$1,847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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