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 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.

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

Air New Zealand, Air China, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.

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

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As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C..

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Washington, D.C. may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,494 to $1,738. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,557.

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09:30 - 16:29

MEL

IAD

20h 59m

1 stop

17:55 - 08:15

IAD

MEL

24h 20m

1 stop

$1,557Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

13:35 - 21:22

MEL

DCA

21h 47m

1 stop

18:59 - 05:00

DCA

MEL

44h 01m

1 stop

$1,597Qantas Airways

Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May

12:10 - 07:24

MEL

BWI

33h 14m

2 stops

15:03 - 17:45

BWI

MEL

36h 42m

2 stops

$1,598Air New Zealand

Mon, 3 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

16:35 - 05:40

MEL

IAD

27h 05m

2 stops

07:00 - 06:45

IAD

MEL

33h 45m

2 stops

$1,601American Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

09:00 - 23:26

MEL

IAD

28h 26m

2 stops

17:59 - 05:00

IAD

MEL

45h 01m

1 stop

$1,611American Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

13:35 - 21:28

MEL

DCA

21h 53m

1 stop

16:59 - 06:45

DCA

MEL

23h 46m

1 stop

$1,611Qantas Airways

Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May

12:10 - 23:59

MEL

DCA

25h 49m

2 stops

16:35 - 17:45

DCA

MEL

35h 10m

2 stops

$1,646Air New Zealand

Mon, 3 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

06:00 - 22:43

MEL

DCA

30h 43m

3 stops

20:40 - 11:35

DCA

MEL

48h 55m

3 stops

$1,706Air Canada

Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May

09:30 - 16:24

MEL

IAD

20h 54m

1 stop

16:10 - 08:15

IAD

MEL

26h 05m

1 stop

$1,780Virgin Australia

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

10:55 - 20:54

MEL

IAD

23h 59m

1 stop

12:35 - 08:15

IAD

MEL

29h 40m

1 stop

$1,782Virgin Australia

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

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

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American Airlines

3 May

MEL16:35Melbourne

27h 05m

2 stops

IAD05:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 May

IAD07:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,601

American Airlines

3 May

MEL09:00Melbourne

28h 26m

2 stops

IAD23:26Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 May

IAD17:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

45h 01m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,611

American Airlines

25 Apr

MEL13:35Melbourne

23h 21m

1 stop

DCA22:56Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2 May

DCA13:44Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 16m

2 stops

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,638

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

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Virgin Australia

3 May

MEL09:30Melbourne

20h 54m

1 stop

IAD16:24Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 May

IAD16:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 05m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,780

Virgin Australia

3 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 59m

1 stop

IAD20:54Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 May

IAD12:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 40m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,782

Virgin Australia

3 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 59m

1 stop

IAD20:54Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10 May

IAD22:11Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 19m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,801

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MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:30-16:29

1 stop20h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

17:55-08:15

1 stop24h 20m

$1,557

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

13:35-21:22

1 stop21h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/5

18:59-05:00

1 stop44h 01m

$1,597

MelbourneBaltimore

MEL - BWI

MELBWI

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

12:10-07:24

2 stops33h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 24/8

15:03-17:45

2 stops36h 42m

$1,598

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

16:35-05:40

2 stops27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

07:00-06:45

2 stops33h 45m

$1,601

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:00-23:26

2 stops28h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

17:59-05:00

1 stop45h 01m

$1,611

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

13:35-21:28

1 stop21h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/5

16:59-06:45

1 stop23h 46m

$1,611

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

12:10-23:59

2 stops25h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 24/8

16:35-17:45

2 stops35h 10m

$1,646

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - DCA

MELDCA

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

06:00-22:43

3 stops30h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/5

20:40-11:35

3 stops48h 55m

$1,706

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:30-16:24

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

16:10-08:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,780

MelbourneWashington, D.C.

MEL - IAD

MELIAD

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:55-20:54

1 stop23h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

12:35-08:15

1 stop29h 40m

$1,782

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne 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 is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,237, 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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,239.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,900 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 for as low as $1,436 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 53m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. takes 21h 53m

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How far is Melbourne to Washington, D.C. by plane?
Melbourne and Washington, D.C. are 16372.1 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 21h 53m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Washington, D.C. may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,418 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,019	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,004 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,080	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 610 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,465	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 446 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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