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$524+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Sydney (SYD)

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WAS — SYD
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$912
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$524
(Kiwi.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/205:30 pmDCA - SYD
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2711:50 amSYD - DCA
1 stop20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/58:40 amDCA - SYD
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1411:50 amSYD - DCA
1 stop25h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$963
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/59:10 amIAD - SYD
2 stops29h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/279:25 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops27h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$968
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/74:44 pmIAD - SYD
1 stop24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/159:25 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop40h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$984
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/235:30 pmDCA - SYD
1 stop23h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 11/2711:50 amSYD - DCA
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,087
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:09 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops37h 16mQantas Airways
Tue 12/105:25 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop38h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,172
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/87:35 amBWI - SYD
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/124:00 pmSYD - BWI
3 stops34h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,249
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/32:00 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops36h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/108:40 pmSYD - IAD
2 stops38h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,453
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/293:55 pmIAD - SYD
2 stops49h 40mAir Canada
Mon 2/311:20 amSYD - IAD
2 stops38h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 11/20$1,541
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/269:00 amIAD - SYD
2 stops31h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/1012:10 pmSYD - IAD
1 stop20h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,602
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/811:00 amDCA - SYD
2 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Thu 12/124:00 pmSYD - DCA
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 11/20$1,648
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/285:35 pmBWI - SYD
2 stops47h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/1911:20 amSYD - BWI
1 stop21h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,744

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Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/2

6:10 am-6:35 am

1 stop32h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/23

9:25 pm-8:42 am

2 stops27h 17m

$912

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA - SYD

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/11

2:28 pm-6:35 am

2 stops24h 07m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/23

11:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$912

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA - SYD

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/26

7:30 am-1:47 pm

2 stops22h 17m

$922

Washington, D.C.Sydney

DCA - SYD

DCASYD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/25

9:25 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$928

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/7

4:44 pm-9:00 am

1 stop24h 16m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/15

9:25 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop40h 18m

$984

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD - SYD

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/5

5:04 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 16m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/5

7:30 am-4:12 pm

2 stops24h 42m

$1,006

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/9

10:37 am-2:20 pm

3 stops35h 43m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-10:02 pm

2 stops32h 02m

$1,190

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/6

11:51 am-9:00 am

2 stops29h 09m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/4

11:15 am-8:58 pm

2 stops25h 43m

$1,192

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/12

6:15 am-6:20 am

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/24

11:50 am-10:45 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,194

BaltimoreSydney

BWI - SYD

BWISYD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/12

12:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/25

2:15 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$1,204

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Washington, D.C.-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. 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 Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney (average of $1,062). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Sydney at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney 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 Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines. 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.
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.7
Very good
68 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.5
Very good
1,025 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.4
Very good
833 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,460 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Washington, D.C.?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. 7 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Currently priced at $912, American Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Sydney and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $922 and $1,194, respectively. American Airlines is 35% 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 Sydney one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney are American Airlines ($676), United Airlines ($684), and Delta ($688).

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

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in San Francisco?

    If you're on a layover in San Francisco and looking for things to do, consider visiting Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, or Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.0 mi, 11.6 mi, and 11.1 mi, respectively from San Francisco. Travelers can rent a car at San Francisco for an average daily rate of $51 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Sydney flights?

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

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

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

    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 Sydney.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Sydney (average of $1,062). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$842Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$852Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$855Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,340Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
ANACheapest$1,667Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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