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$407+ 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MEL
Nov 10 — Nov 171
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in September or July, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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AranGrant
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AranGrant
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One-way from

$407
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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 November 5, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 12/95:55 pmBWI - MEL
1 stop23h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2511:30 amMEL - BWI
1 stop21h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,308
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/182:00 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/2510:40 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop36h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,320
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/285:00 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/512:00 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 12/15:09 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/712:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,365
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/129:00 amIAD - MEL
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 11/217:45 amMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,395
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/139:10 amDCA - MEL
1 stop30h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 11/208:30 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops35h 58mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 11/177:54 amDCA - MEL
1 stop29h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/244:20 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop24h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,466
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/252:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops28h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/312:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 54mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$1,493
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Fri 12/65:01 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops38h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/98:15 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,505
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/266:30 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops48h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/48:35 amMEL - BWI
2 stops48h 11mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/5$1,579
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/268:05 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops58h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 11/305:10 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop38h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,634
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/126:42 amDCA - MEL
2 stops37h 48mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/2012:45 amMEL - DCA
2 stops31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/4$1,691

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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/21

5:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops55h 20m

$407

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

9:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops33h 20m

$499

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/3

5:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

$654

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/28

10:59 am-9:30 am

2 stops30h 31m

$750

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

2:59 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$473

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/27

10:00 am-8:00 am

1 stop30h 00m

$954

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/6

5:01 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$504

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/3

7:02 pm-9:30 am

1 stop22h 28m

$1,056

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/22

8:40 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops50h 55m

$1,062

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/26

4:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops55h 10m

$1,142

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

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*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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

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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 1, 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.

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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 $1,042). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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 November 5, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% 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 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

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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 November 5, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Air New Zealand. 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

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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
1,457 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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
3,534 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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
1,334 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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 New Zealand
8.1
Very good
530 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

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.

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  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,158, but on average you can expect to pay $1,645.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

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

    Currently priced at $1,158, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,365 and $1,395, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for 29% 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. United Airlines flights start at $654 while deals on American Airlines start at $750 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.

  • What does IAD to MEL mean?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/5.

  • 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 $1,042). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,342Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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