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

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 62% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Sydney 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 6 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C.?

Delta, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C.

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

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 27m.

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

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the lowest average return price of $556.

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

San Francisco (SFO) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 11m.

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

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C. is 6 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$623 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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13:15 - 10:27

SYD

IAD

35h 12m

3 stops

11:12 - 11:50

IAD

SYD

34h 38m

3 stops

$1,143Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

13:15 - 10:27

SYD

IAD

35h 12m

3 stops

11:12 - 11:50

IAD

SYD

34h 38m

3 stops

$1,151Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

09:20 - 07:43

SYD

IAD

36h 23m

2 stops

08:29 - 07:20

IAD

SYD

32h 51m

1 stop

$1,345Air Canada

Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

09:20 - 21:18

SYD

IAD

25h 58m

2 stops

22:10 - 07:20

IAD

SYD

43h 10m

2 stops

$1,345Air Canada

Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

11:20 - 15:53

SYD

IAD

44h 33m

2 stops

09:55 - 09:35

IAD

SYD

31h 40m

1 stop

$1,500Air New Zealand

Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

10:20 - 21:22

SYD

IAD

26h 02m

1 stop

09:55 - 09:35

IAD

SYD

31h 40m

2 stops

$1,501Air New Zealand

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

10:20 - 21:29

SYD

BWI

25h 09m

2 stops

13:15 - 07:00

BWI

SYD

27h 45m

2 stops

$1,586United Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

10:20 - 07:15

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BWI

34h 55m

1 stop

17:44 - 07:00

BWI

SYD

23h 16m

1 stop

$1,586United Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

11:20 - 19:16

SYD

BWI

23h 56m

2 stops

18:23 - 09:00

BWI

SYD

46h 37m

2 stops

$1,586American Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:10 - 16:29

SYD

DCA

21h 19m

1 stop

17:35 - 07:05

DCA

SYD

23h 30m

1 stop

$2,259American Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

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Air Canada flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

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Air Canada

9 Sept

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 58m

2 stops

IAD21:18Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20 Sept

IAD22:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 10m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,345

Air Canada

9 Sept

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 23m

2 stops

IAD07:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22 Sept

IAD12:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 37m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,350

Air Canada

9 Sept

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 23m

2 stops

IAD07:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20 Sept

IAD22:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

43h 10m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,353

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

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Qantas Airways

27 Oct

SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

BWI19:26Baltimore/Washington

10 Nov

BWI06:49Baltimore/Washington

34h 11m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,672

Qantas Airways

5 Nov

SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 00m

2 stops

BWI21:20Baltimore/Washington

11 Nov

BWI11:51Baltimore/Washington

27h 04m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,700

Qantas Airways

27 Oct

SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

BWI19:26Baltimore/Washington

10 Nov

BWI06:49Baltimore/Washington

32h 06m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,737

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

13:15-10:27

3 stops35h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 25/9

11:12-11:50

3 stops34h 38m

$1,143

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

13:15-10:27

3 stops35h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 25/9

11:12-11:50

3 stops34h 38m

$1,151

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:20-07:43

2 stops36h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 22/9

08:29-07:20

1 stop32h 51m

$1,345

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

09:20-21:18

2 stops25h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/9

22:10-07:20

2 stops43h 10m

$1,345

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

11:20-15:53

2 stops44h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/11

09:55-09:35

1 stop31h 40m

$1,500

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

10:20-21:22

1 stop26h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/11

09:55-09:35

2 stops31h 40m

$1,501

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

10:20-21:29

2 stops25h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/9

13:15-07:00

2 stops27h 45m

$1,586

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SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

10:20-07:15

1 stop34h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/9

17:44-07:00

1 stop23h 16m

$1,586

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

11:20-19:16

2 stops23h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/11

18:23-09:00

2 stops46h 37m

$1,586

Fastest return journey

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

09:10-16:29

1 stop21h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 21/9

17:35-07:05

1 stop23h 30m

$2,259

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,173 to $1,885.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,143.

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

The cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Sydney is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,483, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in September, then you should wait until November to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,503.

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

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Washington, D.C. flight.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. takes 20h 35m

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C. by plane?
There are 15700.1 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Washington, D.C.. Typically, this will take 20h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C. is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sydney to Washington, D.C. is United Airlines, representing 51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air New Zealand at 11%, Qantas Airways at 11%, and Virgin Australia at 10%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $793	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,074 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,124	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,061 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,180	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,419 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,208	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 657 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,443	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,848 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $2,220	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,889 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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