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$499+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL)

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WAS — MEL
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in February or September, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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AranGrant
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AranGrant
3 stars

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$1,033
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One-way from

$499
(Gurufare)
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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 noviembre 20, 2024.

This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/32:59 pmDCA - MEL
1 stop22h 41mQantas Airways
mar. 2/116:00 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops38h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,033
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/75:01 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop44h 39mQantas Airways
vie. 12/136:00 amMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 11mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,044
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/74:44 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops32h 01mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/118:15 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,102
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/75:30 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/136:00 amMEL - DCA
2 stops33h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,241
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/279:19 amIAD - MEL
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
dom. 1/124:20 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,254
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/246:32 amDCA - MEL
1 stop31h 08mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/312:00 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,420
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/1010:32 amBWI - MEL
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/271:45 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops33h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,431
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.
mar. 11/2612:45 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops35h 35mAir New Zealand
mié. 12/411:30 amMEL - IAD
1 stop22h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,721
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/35:55 pmBWI - MEL
1 stop23h 35mAir New Zealand
mar. 2/1112:05 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops44h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$1,793
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/22:00 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mTurkish Airlines
mié. 12/2510:40 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops36h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,848
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/68:05 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops48h 25mQatar Airways
sáb. 12/145:10 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,870
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/259:50 amBWI - MEL
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/157:30 amMEL - BWI
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,873

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 12/3

2:59 pm-5:40 am

1 stop22h 41m

Melbourne

mar. 2/11

6:00 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$1,033

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 12/7

5:01 pm-5:40 am

1 stop44h 39m

Melbourne

vie. 12/13

6:00 am-4:11 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$1,044

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 12/7

4:44 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops32h 01m

Melbourne

mié. 12/11

8:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$1,102

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 2/6

2:59 pm-5:40 am

1 stop22h 41m

Melbourne

sáb. 2/15

6:00 am-1:47 pm

2 stops23h 47m

$1,122

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 2/6

5:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

sáb. 2/15

11:30 am-5:49 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$1,157

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 2/7

11:54 am-5:40 am

1 stop25h 46m

Melbourne

sáb. 2/15

12:00 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop24h 53m

$1,178

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 2/8

6:10 am-9:30 am

2 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

jue. 5/8

9:40 am-11:53 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$1,183

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 2/6

9:25 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

lun. 2/24

10:40 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,336

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 1/12

10:37 am-12:45 pm

3 stops34h 08m

Melbourne

jue. 1/23

1:35 pm-5:05 am

3 stops31h 30m

$1,371

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 2/7

5:33 pm-10:50 am

2 stops49h 17m

Melbourne

sáb. 2/15

6:25 pm-12:45 am

2 stops46h 20m

$1,520

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 November.
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.-Melbourne Airport 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.-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 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.-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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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 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 November 15, 2024.

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 33 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 $1,062). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% 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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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 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 $1,033, Qantas Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,157 and $1,178, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for 33% 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 Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $499. American Airlines flights start at $603 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,058 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Melbourne, Baltimore/Washington - Melbourne or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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 $1,062). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 3 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,342Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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