What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to District of Columbia?

Air New Zealand, Air China, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to District of Columbia

How long is the flight from Australia to District of Columbia?

The flight from Australia to District of Columbia depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney (a popular airport in Australia) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (the most popular airport in District of Columbia), then the flight time is 20h 32m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 22h 27m.

Which airlines fly to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from Australia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Australia to District of Columbia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to District of Columbia?

As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to District of Columbia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to District of Columbia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to District of Columbia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at District of Columbia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:00 - 11:50

BNE

IAD

39h 50m

2 stops

08:15 - 07:05

IAD

BNE

56h 50m

2 stops

$1,381Air Canada

Wed, 13 May - Mon, 18 May

09:20 - 20:37

SYD

IAD

25h 17m

2 stops

22:08 - 07:20

IAD

SYD

67h 12m

2 stops

$1,381Air Canada

Thu, 16 Apr - Sat, 2 May

20:35 - 05:40

BNE

IAD

23h 05m

1 stop

06:10 - 05:00

IAD

BNE

32h 50m

1 stop

$1,557American Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

20:35 - 12:55

BNE

DCA

30h 20m

2 stops

16:59 - 05:00

DCA

BNE

22h 01m

1 stop

$1,557American Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

13:35 - 21:22

MEL

DCA

21h 47m

1 stop

15:46 - 05:00

DCA

MEL

23h 14m

1 stop

$1,560Qantas Airways

Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 4 May

13:35 - 22:56

MEL

DCA

23h 21m

1 stop

16:59 - 06:45

DCA

MEL

23h 46m

1 stop

$1,570Qantas Airways

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 20 May

10:55 - 23:25

MEL

IAD

26h 30m

2 stops

18:40 - 08:15

IAD

MEL

23h 35m

1 stop

$1,574United Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May

10:30 - 16:25

BNE

IAD

19h 55m

1 stop

22:23 - 06:30

IAD

BNE

42h 07m

2 stops

$1,581United Airlines

Tue, 23 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul

23:50 - 06:42

PER

IAD

42h 52m

2 stops

14:53 - 16:00

IAD

PER

37h 07m

2 stops

$2,485Air New Zealand

Sat, 1 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug

19:50 - 22:15

PER

DCA

38h 25m

2 stops

17:59 - 16:00

DCA

PER

34h 01m

2 stops

$9,182Air New Zealand

Tue, 19 May - Mon, 25 May

United Airlines flights from Australia to District of Columbia

Our best United Airlines deals on Australia to District of Columbia flight tickets

United Airlines

5 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

22h 17m

1 stop

IAD19:12Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25 May

IAD17:48Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 42m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,574

United Airlines

23 June

BNE10:30Brisbane

19h 55m

1 stop

IAD16:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4 July

IAD22:23Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

42h 07m

2 stops

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,581

United Airlines

4 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

24h 25m

2 stops

IAD21:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18 May

IAD14:37Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 53m

2 stops

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,582

Lufthansa flights from Australia to District of Columbia

Our best Lufthansa deals on Australia to District of Columbia flight tickets

Lufthansa

27 Apr

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 51m

1 stop

IAD20:46Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4 May

IAD17:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,611

Lufthansa

23 Mar

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 31m

2 stops

DCA20:56Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5 Apr

DCA11:55Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

29h 05m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,250

Lufthansa

23 Mar

SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 35m

1 stop

DCA21:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5 Apr

DCA11:55Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

29h 05m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,850

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BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Wed 13/5

10:00-11:50

2 stops39h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 18/5

08:15-07:05

2 stops56h 50m

$1,380

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/4

09:20-20:37

2 stops25h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/5

22:08-07:20

2 stops67h 12m

$1,380

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 9/4

20:35-05:40

1 stop23h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/4

06:10-05:00

1 stop32h 50m

$1,557

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - DCA

BNEDCA

Brisbane

Thu 9/4

20:35-12:55

2 stops30h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/4

16:59-05:00

1 stop22h 01m

$1,557

Fastest return journey

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

13:35-21:22

1 stop21h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/5

15:46-05:00

1 stop23h 14m

$1,560

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

13:35-22:56

1 stop23h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 20/5

16:59-06:45

1 stop23h 46m

$1,570

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

10:55-23:25

2 stops26h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

18:40-08:15

1 stop23h 35m

$1,574

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE - IAD

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Tue 23/6

10:30-16:25

1 stop19h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/7

22:23-06:30

2 stops42h 07m

$1,581

PerthWashington, D.C.

PER - IAD

PERIAD

Perth

Sat 1/8

23:50-06:42

2 stops42h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/8

14:53-16:00

2 stops37h 07m

$2,485

PerthWashington, D.C.

PER - DCA

PERDCA

Perth

Tue 19/5

19:50-22:15

2 stops38h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 25/5

17:59-16:00

2 stops34h 01m

$9,182

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia from Australia, with most prices found around $1,302. If you aren’t able to travel to District of Columbia during the month of September, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,462.

How far in advance should I book a flight to District of Columbia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to District of Columbia from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to District of Columbia for around $1,753 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to District of Columbia from Australia for as low as $1,551 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to District of Columbia flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 32m
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The fastest flight from Australia to District of Columbia takes 20h 32m

There are no direct flights from Australia to District of Columbia. There are no popular flight routes from Australia to District of Columbia.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Australia to District of Columbia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to District of Columbia?
As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to District of Columbia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to District of Columbia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to District of Columbia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at District of Columbia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Australia to District of Columbia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $584	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,426 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $799	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,004 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,106	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 610 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,108	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,469 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,236	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,800 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,382	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 447 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $2,227	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,740 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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