What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Washington, D.C.

How long does it take to fly to Washington, D.C.?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Australia you fly out of and what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly into. For example, flying from Brisbane to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 22h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 24h 38m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Australia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 67% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

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As of July 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C..

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:15 - 17:14

SYD

IAD

41h 59m

3 stops

10:45 - 11:50

IAD

SYD

35h 05m

3 stops

$1,304Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

13:15 - 08:04

SYD

IAD

32h 49m

3 stops

07:00 - 11:50

IAD

SYD

38h 50m

3 stops

$1,314Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

13:15 - 23:59

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BWI

48h 44m

3 stops

06:24 - 11:50

BWI

SYD

39h 26m

3 stops

$1,318Multiple Airlines

Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

10:55 - 17:57

MEL

BWI

21h 02m

1 stop

07:00 - 08:15

BWI

MEL

35h 15m

2 stops

$1,360United Airlines

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BWI

21h 05m

1 stop

16:18 - 07:30

BWI

MEL

49h 12m

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$1,371United Airlines

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14:35 - 22:54

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BWI

23h 19m

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MEL

26h 05m

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29h 24m

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MEL

37h 07m

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BWI

28h 56m

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28h 10m

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IAD

29h 55m

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15:02 - 10:55

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MEL

29h 53m

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15:30 - 16:35

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BWI

37h 05m

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PER

49h 10m

2 stops

$2,413Virgin Australia

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American Airlines flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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30 Aug

SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 04m

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DCA19:14Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6 Sept

DCA17:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

23h 30m

1 stop

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,395

American Airlines

31 July

SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 19m

1 stop

DCA20:29Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

19 Aug

DCA09:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

32h 05m

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SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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2 Aug

SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 19m

1 stop

DCA16:29Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10 Aug

DCA17:12Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

23h 53m

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SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,405

United Airlines flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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5 Aug

MEL10:55Melbourne

21h 02m

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BWI17:57Baltimore/Washington

17 Aug

BWI07:00Baltimore/Washington

35h 15m

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MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,360

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21 July

MEL10:55Melbourne

27h 33m

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28 July

BWI10:32Baltimore/Washington

31h 43m

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MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,364

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21 July

MEL10:55Melbourne

21h 02m

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BWI06:38Baltimore/Washington

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Mon 10/8

08:45-23:41

2 stops28h 56m

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15:55-10:05

2 stops28h 10m

$1,810

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MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

08:35-00:30

2 stops29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/9

15:02-10:55

2 stops29h 53m

$1,817

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PER - BWI

PERBWI

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Wed 26/8

15:30-16:35

2 stops37h 05m

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08:00-21:10

2 stops49h 10m

$2,413

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Australia is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $367, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in October, then you should wait until December to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $369.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,798 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Australia for as low as $1,557 on momondo.

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As of July 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $368	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,818 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $579	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,993 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $798	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,061 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $960	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 248 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,187	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,347 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,290	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 654 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,313	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 464 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
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