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

United Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Air Tahiti Nui are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,039.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Virgin Australia and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Melbourne Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Washington, D.C.?

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 88% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Nadi (NAN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 28m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 25m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of October 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:10 - 20:20MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

26h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:50 - 08:00BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

47h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$1,576Delta

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

09:10 - 23:28MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

29h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:02 - 08:00BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

28h 58m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$1,582Delta

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

12:45 - 21:05MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

24h 20m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

08:00 - 10:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

34h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,589United Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

12:45 - 05:43MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

32h 58m1 stop San Francisco

18:34 - 10:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

23h 56m1 stop San Francisco

$1,589United Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

12:45 - 06:48MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

34h 03m1 stop San Francisco

08:00 - 10:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

34h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,592Virgin Australia

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

08:00 - 17:26MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

25h 26m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco

08:00 - 10:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

34h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,611Virgin Australia

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

12:10 - 21:59MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

08:30 - 08:55IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$1,855Air New Zealand

Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb

10:20 - 22:29MEL Melbourne-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 09m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

12:40 - 10:55DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEL Melbourne

30h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$1,862Air New Zealand

Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

22:45 - 10:10MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

27h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

11:40 - 09:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

29h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$1,910American Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

12:00 - 22:48MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

06:15 - 09:30IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

35h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$2,181American Airlines

Tue, 2 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar

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18:20 - 09:45MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:20 - 11:00IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

54h 40m2 stops Incheon Intl Nanjing Lukou Intl

$2,701Multiple Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

08:25 - 21:59MEL Melbourne-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 34m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

09:40 - 06:45DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEL Melbourne

30h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Tokyo Narita

$2,839Japan Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

08:25 - 23:59MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 34m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

07:02 - 06:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 43m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

$2,972Japan Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

17:10 - 15:55MEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:00 - 17:50IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

29h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$3,061Multiple Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

11:55 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 35m1 stop San Francisco

17:59 - 09:15DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEL Melbourne

24h 16m1 stop San Francisco

$3,130United Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

11:55 - 22:52MEL Melbourne-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 57m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

17:59 - 09:15DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-MEL Melbourne

24h 16m1 stop San Francisco

$3,130United Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

11:55 - 22:34MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

25h 39m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

18:50 - 09:15BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

23h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$3,130United Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

11:55 - 21:02MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

24h 07m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:13 - 08:30BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

25h 17m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$3,130United Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

14:35 - 22:54MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

23h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

11:55 - 05:00BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

26h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$3,404Qantas Airways

Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

14:35 - 22:54MEL Melbourne-BWI Baltimore/Washington

23h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

11:55 - 05:00BWI Baltimore/Washington-MEL Melbourne

26h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$31,951American Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

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Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.

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Etihad Airways

10 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

30h 40m

1 stop

IAD09:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24 Feb

IAD14:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,895

Etihad Airways

1 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

30h 40m

1 stop

IAD09:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Feb

IAD14:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,921

Etihad Airways

11 Mar

MEL18:05Melbourne

30h 55m

1 stop

IAD09:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25 Mar

IAD15:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,960

Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight tickets

Air New Zealand

10 Feb

MEL12:10Melbourne

25h 49m

2 stops

IAD21:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24 Feb

IAD08:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 25m

2 stops

MEL08:55Melbourne

$1,855

Air New Zealand

1 Feb

MEL08:15Melbourne

29h 04m

2 stops

IAD21:19Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Feb

IAD14:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

MEL08:55Melbourne

$1,862

Air New Zealand

1 Feb

MEL08:15Melbourne

29h 04m

2 stops

IAD21:19Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Feb

IAD14:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

MEL08:55Melbourne

$1,930

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18:34-10:30

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Melbourne

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08:00-17:26

2 stops25h 26m

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08:00-10:30

1 stop34h 30m

$1,611

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL Melbourne - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Melbourne

Wed 10/2

12:10-21:59

2 stops25h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 24/2

08:30-08:55

2 stops32h 25m

$1,855

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL Melbourne - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 1/2

10:20-22:29

2 stops28h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 28/2

12:40-10:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,862

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL Melbourne - BWI Baltimore/Washington

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

22:45-10:10

2 stops27h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 23/11

11:40-09:30

2 stops29h 50m

$1,910

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL Melbourne - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

MELIAD

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

12:00-22:48

1 stop26h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/3

06:15-09:30

1 stop35h 15m

$2,181

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Washington, D.C.?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,565 to $1,825.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,576.

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

The cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Melbourne Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,231, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in January, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,299.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight.

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Best price found	$888
Fastest flight time	21h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $888. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,576.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 21h 10m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.

How far is Melbourne to Washington, D.C. by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Washington, D.C. is about 16378.7 km. Typically, this will take 21h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?
As of October 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Washington, D.C., the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 64% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air New Zealand with 14%, Qantas Airways with 10%, and Virgin Australia with 6%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $370	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,128 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $909	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 259 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,205	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 479 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,552	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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