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

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average return price of $1,285.

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: 53% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways 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 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 52m.

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

Air New Zealand, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 28m.

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 March 2026, there are 4 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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20:30 - 19:57

MEL

DCA

37h 27m

3 stops

06:59 - 11:05

DCA

MEL

38h 06m

3 stops

$1,524Air Canada

Wed, 22 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

06:00 - 22:28

MEL

DCA

30h 28m

3 stops

11:00 - 11:35

DCA

MEL

34h 35m

3 stops

$1,527Air Canada

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

09:45 - 07:43

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BWI

35h 58m

2 stops

06:45 - 06:45

BWI

MEL

34h 00m

2 stops

$1,532Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

06:00 - 22:28

MEL

DCA

30h 28m

3 stops

11:00 - 11:20

DCA

MEL

34h 20m

3 stops

$1,552Multiple Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

09:45 - 23:56

MEL

BWI

28h 11m

2 stops

05:39 - 06:45

BWI

MEL

35h 06m

2 stops

$1,561American Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

13:35 - 23:09

MEL

BWI

23h 34m

1 stop

16:11 - 05:00

BWI

MEL

22h 49m

1 stop

$1,564Qantas Airways

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

09:45 - 23:56

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BWI

28h 11m

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05:39 - 06:45

BWI

MEL

35h 06m

2 stops

$1,566American Airlines

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09:30 - 18:22

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BWI

22h 52m

1 stop

18:15 - 08:15

BWI

MEL

24h 00m

1 stop

$1,575United Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

09:30 - 17:08

MEL

BWI

21h 38m

1 stop

18:20 - 08:15

BWI

MEL

23h 55m

1 stop

$1,576United Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

16:00 - 19:57

MEL

DCA

41h 57m

2 stops

16:59 - 06:45

DCA

MEL

23h 46m

1 stop

$1,756Qantas Airways

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

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

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12 June

MEL09:30Melbourne

20h 56m

1 stop

IAD16:26Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16 June

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 10m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,955

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12 June

MEL09:30Melbourne

20h 56m

1 stop

IAD16:26Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16 June

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 10m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,957

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12 June

MEL09:30Melbourne

20h 56m

1 stop

IAD16:26Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16 June

IAD22:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 10m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,964

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22 Apr

MEL09:30Melbourne

25h 53m

2 stops

BWI21:23Baltimore/Washington

29 Apr

BWI16:18Baltimore/Washington

25h 12m

2 stops

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,575

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3 May

MEL09:30Melbourne

21h 38m

1 stop

BWI17:08Baltimore/Washington

10 May

BWI18:20Baltimore/Washington

23h 55m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,576

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3 May

MEL09:30Melbourne

21h 38m

1 stop

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BWI18:20Baltimore/Washington

23h 55m

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$1,582

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16:00-19:57

2 stops41h 57m

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16:59-06:45

1 stop23h 46m

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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 Melbourne Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,260, 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 February to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,263.

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 Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,937 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 Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,464 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight.

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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 23h 32m

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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 23h 32m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?
As of March 2026, there are 4 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 79% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air New Zealand with 15% and Virgin Australia with 6%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $871	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,463 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,420	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 618 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
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