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$448+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL)

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WAS — MEL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in April or February, 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 (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 January 17, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$969
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$448
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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April

Average price

$1,643
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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 January 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 2/59:55 amBWI - MEL
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/191:40 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops31h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$969
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 3/68:15 amDCA - MEL
1 stop33h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 3/164:20 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop23h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,109
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/275:13 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop44h 27mQantas Airways
Thu 3/274:20 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop20h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,113
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 4/28:15 amDCA - MEL
1 stop31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/93:05 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,122
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 6/2510:51 amIAD - MEL
2 stops29h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/99:40 amMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,126
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/55:24 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop44h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/198:15 amMEL - IAD
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,127
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 3/165:35 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/204:20 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,138
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 3/76:35 amBWI - MEL
1 stop34h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/2012:00 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops26h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,254
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:17 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops25h 58mFiji Airways
Tue 11/111:45 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops25h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,337
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 3/1710:25 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/98:50 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops52h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,383
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/175:55 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop23h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/212:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/16$1,623
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 4/711:37 amDCA - MEL
2 stops44h 38mCathay Pacific
Mon 4/2811:45 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops36h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/15$1,650

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 January 17, 2025.

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BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/5

9:55 am-12:20 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 2/19

1:40 pm-5:18 am

3 stops31h 38m

$969

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/6

8:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 3/16

4:20 pm-12:50 am

1 stop23h 30m

$1,109

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/4

5:24 pm-11:40 am

2 stops26h 16m

Melbourne

Thu 2/20

8:15 am-4:12 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$1,120

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/25

9:04 am-5:00 am

1 stop29h 56m

Melbourne

Wed 7/9

9:40 am-9:14 pm

1 stop25h 34m

$1,122

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/25

7:09 am-5:00 am

1 stop31h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 7/9

3:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,122

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/5

5:24 pm-5:40 am

1 stop44h 16m

Melbourne

Wed 2/19

8:15 am-4:12 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$1,127

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/16

5:35 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 3/20

4:20 pm-12:50 am

1 stop23h 30m

$1,138

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/7

6:35 am-9:30 am

1 stop34h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 3/20

12:00 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$1,254

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/6

9:25 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 3/17

10:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,386

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:32 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops26h 43m

Melbourne

Sat 2/15

1:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$1,398

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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 January.
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 January 10, 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 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 $1,071). 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 January 17, 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 January 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as American Airlines, Air Canada and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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
847 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,448 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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
3,350 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,327 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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 $1,109, 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 American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,126 and $1,254, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for 23% 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 $473. American Airlines flights start at $546 while deals on United Airlines start at $719 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 $1,071). 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 January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,046Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,114Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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