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 25h 16m on average. On the other hand, flying from Sydney to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 26h 06m 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.

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Washington, D.C.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas Airways 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 57% 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.?

Prices for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?

As of October 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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11:10 - 05:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

16:39 - 09:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,069American Airlines

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:10 - 05:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

06:00 - 09:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,069American Airlines

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

06:55 - 22:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 50m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

17:07 - 11:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 38m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

$1,182Qantas Airways

Thu, 24 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan

10:40 - 23:35BNE Brisbane-BWI Baltimore/Washington

27h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

19:25 - 08:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-BNE Brisbane

46h 05m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

$1,358Delta

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:40 - 23:27BNE Brisbane-BWI Baltimore/Washington

27h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19:25 - 08:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-BNE Brisbane

46h 05m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

$1,361Delta

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:45 - 20:23BNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 38m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

09:55 - 08:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

31h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,393Air Canada

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

09:10 - 18:07BNE Brisbane-BWI Baltimore/Washington

23h 57m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

11:50 - 06:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-BNE Brisbane

27h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,458Qantas Airways

Sat, 20 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

11:20 - 05:43BNE Brisbane-BWI Baltimore/Washington

33h 23m1 stop San Francisco

18:34 - 13:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-BNE Brisbane

27h 56m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,476United Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

11:20 - 05:43BNE Brisbane-BWI Baltimore/Washington

33h 23m1 stop San Francisco

18:34 - 13:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-BNE Brisbane

27h 56m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,479United Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:45 - 20:23BNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 38m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

09:55 - 08:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

31h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,525Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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10:10 - 23:23SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

13:23 - 09:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 37m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles

$1,084American Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

10:10 - 05:32SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 22m1 stop Los Angeles

15:08 - 09:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$1,095American Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

13:00 - 18:23SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

06:00 - 07:30IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,442Qantas Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

13:00 - 19:26SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-BWI Baltimore/Washington

21h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

15:57 - 06:55BWI Baltimore/Washington-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,515Qantas Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

11:20 - 22:34SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-BWI Baltimore/Washington

26h 14m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

06:00 - 07:00BWI Baltimore/Washington-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 00m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,520United Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:15 - 23:44SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-BWI Baltimore/Washington

28h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

07:30 - 08:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 00m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

$1,521Delta

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:30 - 22:59MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

27h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:30 - 09:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

28h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,527United Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

20:40 - 07:21MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

49h 41m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

08:15 - 16:05IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

40h 50m2 stops San Francisco Beijing Capital

$1,879Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

12:05 - 00:41BNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 36m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

14:38 - 10:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

29h 22m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$2,299Air New Zealand

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

09:55 - 22:07SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 12m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

08:25 - 08:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,629Air New Zealand

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

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

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American Airlines

25 Nov

SYD11:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 20m

1 stop

IAD05:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2 Dec

IAD06:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 00m

1 stop

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,069

American Airlines

19 Oct

SYD10:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 13m

2 stops

IAD23:23Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Oct

IAD13:23Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 37m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,084

American Airlines

19 Oct

SYD10:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 22m

1 stop

IAD05:32Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Oct

IAD15:08Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 52m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,095

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.

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Qantas Airways

24 Dec

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 50m

2 stops

IAD22:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12 Jan

IAD17:07Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 38m

2 stops

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,182

Qantas Airways

20 Feb

BNE09:10Brisbane

23h 57m

2 stops

BWI18:07Baltimore/Washington

4 Mar

BWI11:50Baltimore/Washington

27h 40m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,458

Qantas Airways

20 Feb

BNE06:45Brisbane

26h 22m

2 stops

BWI18:07Baltimore/Washington

4 Mar

BWI11:50Baltimore/Washington

27h 40m

1 stop

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,462

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Wed 25/11

11:10-05:30

1 stop34h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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16:39-09:00

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11:10-05:30

1 stop34h 20m

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Thu 24/12

06:55-22:45

2 stops31h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/1

17:07-11:45

2 stops26h 38m

$1,182

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Fri 13/11

10:40-23:35

2 stops27h 55m

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Sun 22/11

19:25-08:30

2 stops46h 05m

$1,358

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Brisbane

Fri 13/11

10:40-23:27

2 stops27h 47m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 22/11

19:25-08:30

2 stops46h 05m

$1,361

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE Brisbane - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Fri 13/11

10:45-20:23

2 stops24h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 22/11

09:55-08:45

2 stops31h 50m

$1,393

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BNE Brisbane - BWI Baltimore/Washington

BNEBWI

Brisbane

Sat 20/2

09:10-18:07

2 stops23h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/3

11:50-06:30

1 stop27h 40m

$1,458

BrisbaneBaltimore

BNE Brisbane - BWI Baltimore/Washington

BNEBWI

Brisbane

Fri 13/11

11:20-05:43

1 stop33h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 22/11

18:34-13:30

2 stops27h 56m

$1,476

BrisbaneBaltimore

BNE Brisbane - BWI Baltimore/Washington

BNEBWI

Brisbane

Fri 13/11

11:20-05:43

1 stop33h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 22/11

18:34-13:30

2 stops27h 56m

$1,479

BrisbaneWashington, D.C.

BNE Brisbane - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BNEIAD

Brisbane

Thu 5/11

10:45-20:23

2 stops24h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/11

09:55-08:45

2 stops31h 50m

$1,525

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,648, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in November, then you should wait until May to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,670.

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Best price found	$629
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Australia in the past 72 hours is $629. The best return flight deal from Australia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,069.

The fastest flight from Australia to Washington, D.C. takes 20h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Australia to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.
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As of October 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 $372	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,165 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $585	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,375 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $805	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,111 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $903	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 259 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,198	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,773 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,210	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 478 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,226	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 674 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,764	Free cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,549 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
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