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

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

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 05m.

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.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand 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 63% 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 offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,119.

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: 44% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 December 2025, 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,418 to $2,031. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,319.

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13:00 - 07:19

MEL

BWI

34h 19m1 stop

06:13 - 08:30

BWI

MEL

35h 17m1 stop

$1,319United Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

11:30 - 17:23

MEL

BWI

21h 53m1 stop

06:13 - 09:00

BWI

MEL

35h 47m2 stops

$1,320United Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

10:00 - 22:02

MEL

BWI

26h 02m2 stops

19:40 - 07:50

BWI

MEL

46h 10m2 stops

$1,329Delta

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

10:00 - 22:02

MEL

BWI

26h 02m2 stops

19:40 - 07:50

BWI

MEL

46h 10m2 stops

$1,331Delta

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

16:05 - 23:54

MEL

BWI

23h 49m2 stops

12:23 - 05:00

BWI

MEL

25h 37m2 stops

$1,357American Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

16:05 - 21:17

MEL

IAD

21h 12m1 stop

07:05 - 05:00

IAD

MEL

29h 55m2 stops

$1,555American Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

11:30 - 22:18

MEL

IAD

26h 48m2 stops

22:28 - 09:30

IAD

MEL

43h 02m2 stops

$1,591United Airlines

Wed, 7 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

13:00 - 20:54

MEL

IAD

23h 54m1 stop

12:35 - 09:30

IAD

MEL

28h 55m1 stop

$1,658United Airlines

Wed, 7 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

11:30 - 16:22

MEL

IAD

20h 52m1 stop

18:00 - 09:30

IAD

MEL

23h 30m1 stop

$1,956Virgin Australia

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

07:00 - 18:15

MEL

BWI

25h 15m2 stops

19:08 - 16:10

BWI

MEL

31h 02m3 stops

$2,647Qantas Airways

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.

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Virgin Australia

3 Feb

MEL13:00Melbourne

32h 32m

1 stop

IAD05:32Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 Feb

IAD12:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,869

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Virgin Australia

26 Dec

MEL13:00Melbourne

43h 30m

1 stop

IAD16:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1 Jan

IAD22:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 55m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$2,070

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Virgin Australia

15 Jan

MEL13:00Melbourne

22h 35m

1 stop

IAD19:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22 Jan

IAD18:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 00m

2 stops

MEL13:15Melbourne

$2,446

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

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Qantas Airways

6 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

22h 43m

1 stop

IAD22:48Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14 Mar

IAD17:52Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 33m

2 stops

MEL10:25Melbourne

$1,949

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Qantas Airways

6 Mar

MEL06:00Melbourne

26h 56m

2 stops

IAD16:56Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14 Mar

IAD17:52Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 33m

2 stops

MEL10:25Melbourne

$2,119

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Qantas Airways

3 May

MEL07:00Melbourne

25h 15m

2 stops

BWI18:15Baltimore/Washington

10 May

BWI19:08Baltimore/Washington

31h 02m

3 stops

MEL16:10Melbourne

$2,647

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16:05-23:54

2 stops23h 49m

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12:23-05:00

2 stops25h 37m

$1,357

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MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

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16:05-21:17

1 stop21h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 18/2

07:05-05:00

2 stops29h 55m

$1,555

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Melbourne

Wed 7/1

11:30-22:18

2 stops26h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/1

22:28-09:30

2 stops43h 02m

$1,591

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MEL - IAD

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Melbourne

Wed 7/1

13:00-20:54

1 stop23h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/1

12:35-09:30

1 stop28h 55m

$1,658

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

11:30-16:22

1 stop20h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/2

18:00-09:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,956

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MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

07:00-18:15

2 stops25h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/5

19:08-16:10

3 stops31h 02m

$2,647

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

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 $1,529, 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 $1,532.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,073. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Washington, D.C. on Monday is $2,473.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Melbourne Airport at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,110 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $2,529. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $2,034 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 $1,555 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

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Fastest flight time	20h 49m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 20h 49m

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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 20h 49m 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 December 2025, 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 61% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 13%, Air New Zealand with 13%, and Virgin Australia with 8%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $925	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,096 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,103	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 948 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,169	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 556 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,585	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 428 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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How have Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

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

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

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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: 44% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 $1,119.

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 05m.

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.

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