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$519+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
abr. 5 — abr. 121
sáb. 4/5
sáb. 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 marzo 31, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$995
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$519
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,223
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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 marzo 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
jue. 4/2411:12 amBWI - MEL
2 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/1012:55 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$995
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 5/66:59 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops34h 21mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/107:30 amMEL - DCA
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,168
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
sáb. 11/85:16 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 04mQantas Airways
sáb. 11/227:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops43h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,226
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
lun. 9/18:25 amIAD - MEL
2 stops36h 40mAir Canada
mié. 9/246:00 amMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$1,291
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 4/87:01 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops26h 29mFiji Airways
mar. 4/1512:55 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops24h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,326
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
sáb. 11/2211:54 amDCA - MEL
1 stop25h 06mQantas Airways
sáb. 12/68:05 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops36h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/111:00 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop49h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/303:45 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops40h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,373
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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. 4/191:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops39h 55mTurkish Airlines
mié. 5/79:20 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops52h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,442
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
sáb. 8/306:59 amDCA - MEL
3 stops38h 06mAir Canada
lun. 9/158:30 pmMEL - DCA
3 stops37h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$1,481
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
sáb. 8/308:29 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops43h 26mCathay Pacific
lun. 9/152:25 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops39h 34mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/30$1,482
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
mar. 6/178:10 amIAD - MEL
2 stops37h 20mFiji Airways
jue. 7/1712:55 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops31h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/29$1,511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
lun. 9/11:44 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops25h 16mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/243:05 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,512

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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 marzo 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Return

Price

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 4/24

11:12 am-11:30 am

2 stops34h 18m

Melbourne

sáb. 5/10

12:55 pm-6:10 am

3 stops31h 15m

$995

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 5/6

6:59 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops34h 21m

Melbourne

sáb. 5/10

7:30 am-11:04 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$1,168

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 7/29

7:32 pm-11:30 am

2 stops25h 58m

Melbourne

mar. 8/12

12:55 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$1,336

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 6/10

6:43 pm-11:30 am

2 stops26h 47m

Melbourne

jue. 6/19

12:55 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,422

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 9/1

1:44 pm-5:00 am

1 stop25h 16m

Melbourne

mié. 9/24

3:05 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,436

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 4/19

1:30 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Melbourne

mié. 5/7

9:20 pm-11:45 am

2 stops52h 25m

$1,442

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 6/23

6:46 pm-5:00 am

1 stop44h 14m

Melbourne

mié. 7/16

3:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,447

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 8/30

6:59 am-11:05 am

3 stops38h 06m

Melbourne

lun. 9/15

8:30 pm-7:54 pm

3 stops37h 24m

$1,481

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 6/17

8:10 am-11:30 am

2 stops37h 20m

Melbourne

jue. 7/17

12:55 pm-6:50 am

2 stops31h 55m

$1,511

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 9/1

1:44 pm-5:00 am

2 stops25h 16m

Melbourne

mié. 9/24

3:05 pm-12:56 am

1 stop23h 51m

$1,512

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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.-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport

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

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 March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport 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 marzo 31, 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 Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 marzo 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines, Fiji Airways and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
459 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
770 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $1,326, Fiji Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Fiji Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,442 and $1,447, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for 6% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $761. Air New Zealand flights start at $1,030 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,064 one-way.

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

    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 Airport.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport 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 marzo 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$818Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$901Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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