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$497+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Melbourne (MEL)

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WAS — MEL
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are usually found in February or July, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,127
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$497
(Travelocity)

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February

Average price

$1,787
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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 December 22, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/246:21 amIAD - MEL
2 stops33h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2112:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,164
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/245:30 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 1/214:20 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop20h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,186
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/295:15 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 1/135:25 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops38h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,503
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:05 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop43h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/2112:05 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops25h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$1,883
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amBWI - MEL
1 stop33h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/3112:05 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops34h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/20$1,910
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/2412:40 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/214:20 pmMEL - IAD
1 stop22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$2,027
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/299:06 amDCA - MEL
1 stop28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1312:00 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,028
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:30 amBWI - MEL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2111:30 amMEL - BWI
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$2,088
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:40 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2111:30 amMEL - IAD
1 stop25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,088
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:59 pmDCA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/211:00 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,092
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/317:00 amDCA - MEL
2 stops37h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/3012:45 amMEL - DCA
2 stops34h 12mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/20$2,154
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/318:54 amBWI - MEL
3 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/312:00 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,299

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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 December 22, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/30

3:01 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 59m

Melbourne

Sun 4/6

3:05 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,127

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/30

6:52 am-5:00 am

1 stop31h 08m

Melbourne

Sun 4/6

3:05 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$1,127

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

5:30 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-6:46 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$1,159

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

9:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops34h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 2/19

7:45 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,170

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/26

7:31 am-7:35 am

1 stop33h 04m

Melbourne

Tue 4/15

6:15 am-5:22 pm

2 stops25h 07m

$1,179

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/20

2:35 pm-11:25 am

3 stops30h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-4:19 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$1,266

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

5:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 6/9

9:40 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$1,271

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/27

6:15 am-10:50 am

2 stops60h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 3/2

1:00 pm-6:51 am

2 stops33h 51m

$1,302

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/4

9:55 am-12:15 pm

3 stops34h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-10:02 pm

3 stops31h 02m

$1,320

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

7:18 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops26h 57m

Melbourne

Sat 6/7

1:40 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,334

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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 December.
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

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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 December 20, 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 $1,071). 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 December 22, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, such as Cathay Pacific, American Airlines and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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
1,331 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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
8.0
Very good
495 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

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 $1,127, American Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport 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 Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,170 and $1,271, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport for 25% 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 $513. American Airlines flights start at $557 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $868 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$532Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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