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$375+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in March or April, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$862
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$375
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,155
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
dom. 2/236:30 amIAD - MEL
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 3/16:00 amMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$862
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/15:13 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop44h 27mQantas Airways
mar. 3/184:20 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop20h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/18$896
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/15:30 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops30h 50mQantas Airways
vie. 3/74:20 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop20h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/20$941
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/25:30 pmDCA - AVV
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
vie. 3/146:00 amAVV - DCA
2 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$972
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/1111:12 amBWI - MEL
2 stops34h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/181:45 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,188
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 9/95:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir New Zealand
mié. 9/248:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops29h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/19$1,294
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
jue. 9/115:36 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/1011:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops37h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,306
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/258:20 amDCA - MEL
2 stops36h 30mAir New Zealand
mié. 7/98:35 amMEL - DCA
2 stops29h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/19$1,372
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 11/46:15 amBWI - MEL
2 stops36h 35mAir New Zealand
mar. 11/256:45 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops43h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$1,373
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/11:10 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines
lun. 12/158:40 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,391
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/216:45 pmBWI - MEL
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
dom. 3/3010:30 amMEL - BWI
1 stop33h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,425
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/227:15 amIAD - MEL
2 stops38h 15mFiji Airways
vie. 5/3011:35 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops44h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,463

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Price

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 3/2

12:57 pm-5:40 am

1 stop24h 43m

Melbourne

mar. 3/18

4:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop21h 39m

$888

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 3/18

11:46 am-5:40 am

1 stop26h 54m

Melbourne

mié. 3/26

9:25 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$965

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - AVV

DCAAVV

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 3/2

5:30 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

vie. 3/14

6:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$972

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 3/11

11:12 am-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 03m

Melbourne

mar. 3/18

1:45 pm-9:15 am

3 stops34h 30m

$1,188

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 3/18

6:58 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops26h 17m

Melbourne

mié. 3/26

11:55 pm-12:50 am

2 stops39h 55m

$1,306

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 6/25

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops38h 50m

Melbourne

mié. 7/9

8:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$1,344

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 8/11

8:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 20m

Melbourne

vie. 8/22

12:05 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$1,358

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 8/7

5:35 pm-11:30 am

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

vie. 8/22

11:35 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops37h 06m

$1,372

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 3/3

9:25 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

mié. 3/12

10:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,419

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 3/21

6:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

dom. 3/30

10:30 am-5:23 am

1 stop33h 53m

$1,425

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 WAS to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on September 15, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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
3,276 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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 New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne round-trip from $862. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $888, and United Airlines, from $1,265. American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $375 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $386 and Air New Zealand from $680 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$835Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,046Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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