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$546+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WAS
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$957
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$546
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,704
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/199:25 pmMEL - DCA
2 stops31h 19mQantas Airways
Sat 3/295:35 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops27h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/16$957
This BYOjet 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/246:00 amMEL - IAD
2 stops26h 14mQantas Airways
Sat 2/15:24 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops26h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,002
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.
Sat 3/11:45 pmMEL - BWI
3 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/811:12 amBWI - MEL
2 stops33h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,035
This BYOjet 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2512:05 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops31h 33mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/88:37 amBWI - MEL
2 stops43h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/15$1,167
This BYOjet 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/248:35 amMEL - IAD
2 stops37h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/65:30 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops34h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/16$1,171
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1910:30 amMEL - BWI
2 stops27h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/294:00 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,191
This Air China 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/298:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops48h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/296:00 pmIAD - MEL
2 stops54h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,200
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.
Mon 1/2711:30 amMEL - DCA
2 stops23h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/22:39 pmDCA - MEL
2 stops26h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,230
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.
Tue 1/211:00 pmMEL - IAD
2 stops24h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/45:45 pmIAD - MEL
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,230
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.
Thu 2/134:20 pmMEL - BWI
2 stops23h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/1912:30 pmBWI - MEL
2 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,232
This Qantas Airways 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/244:20 pmMEL - BWI
1 stop23h 07mQantas Airways
Tue 2/43:03 pmBWI - MEL
1 stop22h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,265
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1012:00 pmMEL - DCA
1 stop23h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/1310:37 amDCA - MEL
1 stop28h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,281

Find flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. 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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MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 3/19

9:25 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops31h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/29

5:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 00m

$957

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-4:14 pm

2 stops26h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/3

5:24 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 41m

$1,017

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sat 3/1

1:45 pm-5:18 am

3 stops31h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/8

11:12 am-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$1,035

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Wed 3/19

10:30 am-10:43 pm

2 stops27h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/29

4:00 pm-9:15 am

2 stops26h 15m

$1,191

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 6/29

8:00 pm-6:45 am

2 stops48h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/29

6:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops54h 35m

$1,200

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 1/27

11:30 am-6:43 pm

2 stops23h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/2

2:39 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 51m

$1,230

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Mon 1/27

1:00 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop22h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

6:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 00m

$1,230

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Thu 2/13

4:20 pm-12:18 am

2 stops23h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/19

12:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops27h 05m

$1,232

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 1/26

4:20 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop23h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/4

3:03 pm-5:40 am

1 stop22h 37m

$1,265

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 3/10

12:00 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/13

10:37 am-5:40 am

1 stop28h 03m

$1,281

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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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C. in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JetabroadPrice 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 Melbourne Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Melbourne Airport-Washington, D.C. 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 MEL to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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
187 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $957, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Qantas Airways is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $676. Users have also found prices from $790 and $847 on Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Melbourne - Baltimore/Washington or Melbourne - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. 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
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$844Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,252Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,312Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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