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

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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.

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

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the lowest average return price of $547.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Air Canada 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 60% 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.

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.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C.?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C.

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 April 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.

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Q: 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 $2,317 to $1,578. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,453.

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13:20 - 21:58

SYD

DCA

46h 38m

3 stops

07:00 - 11:50

DCA

SYD

38h 50m

3 stops

$1,453Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

13:15 - 08:12

SYD

IAD

32h 57m

3 stops

09:35 - 22:10

IAD

SYD

46h 35m

3 stops

$1,510Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

13:15 - 21:58

SYD

DCA

46h 43m

3 stops

07:00 - 11:50

DCA

SYD

38h 50m

3 stops

$1,549Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

19:40 - 19:30

SYD

IAD

37h 50m

1 stop

23:00 - 14:50

IAD

SYD

49h 50m

1 stop

$1,644Air China

Thu, 30 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug

19:45 - 19:30

SYD

IAD

37h 45m

1 stop

23:00 - 14:50

IAD

SYD

49h 50m

1 stop

$1,676Air China

Mon, 27 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug

12:00 - 18:27

SYD

BWI

20h 27m

1 stop

07:17 - 06:55

BWI

SYD

33h 38m

1 stop

$1,697American Airlines

Mon, 18 May - Wed, 3 Jun

09:15 - 18:36

SYD

BWI

23h 21m

2 stops

11:50 - 06:50

BWI

SYD

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,706Delta

Mon, 18 May - Wed, 3 Jun

09:30 - 17:43

SYD

BWI

22h 13m

1 stop

18:59 - 06:55

BWI

SYD

21h 56m

1 stop

$2,002Virgin Australia

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

09:10 - 18:27

SYD

BWI

23h 17m

2 stops

15:55 - 07:05

BWI

SYD

25h 10m

2 stops

$2,025American Airlines

Mon, 11 May - Thu, 21 May

09:15 - 23:13

SYD

BWI

27h 58m

2 stops

06:45 - 06:50

BWI

SYD

34h 05m

2 stops

$2,033Delta

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

ANA flights from Sydney to Washington, D.C.

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ANA

13 June

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 20m

1 stop

IAD10:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27 June

IAD12:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,965

ANA

26 Aug

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 20m

1 stop

IAD10:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31 Aug

IAD12:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,005

ANA

26 Aug

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 20m

1 stop

IAD10:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31 Aug

IAD13:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,037

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Air China

30 July

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 50m

1 stop

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11 Aug

IAD23:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

49h 50m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,644

Air China

27 July

SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 45m

1 stop

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11 Aug

IAD23:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

49h 50m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,676

Air China

27 July

SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 45m

1 stop

IAD19:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12 Aug

IAD06:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

42h 20m

2 stops

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,826

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SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

13:20-21:58

3 stops46h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/6

07:00-11:50

3 stops38h 50m

$1,453

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

13:15-08:12

3 stops32h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 13/6

09:35-22:10

3 stops46h 35m

$1,510

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

13:15-21:58

3 stops46h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/6

07:00-11:50

3 stops38h 50m

$1,549

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/7

19:40-19:30

1 stop37h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/8

23:00-14:50

1 stop49h 50m

$1,644

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/7

19:45-19:30

1 stop37h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/8

23:00-14:50

1 stop49h 50m

$1,676

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

12:00-18:27

1 stop20h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/6

07:17-06:55

1 stop33h 38m

$1,697

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

09:15-18:36

2 stops23h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/6

11:50-06:50

2 stops29h 00m

$1,706

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SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

09:30-17:43

1 stop22h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 15/6

18:59-06:55

1 stop21h 56m

$2,002

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

09:10-18:27

2 stops23h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 21/5

15:55-07:05

2 stops25h 10m

$2,025

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

09:15-23:13

2 stops27h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 14/6

06:45-06:50

2 stops34h 05m

$2,033

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney 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 Sydney is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,255, 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 August to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,429.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,711 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 Sydney for as low as $1,479 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 27% 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 April 2026, prices for Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 6% 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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Fastest flight time	21h 19m
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The fastest flight from Sydney to Washington, D.C. takes 21h 19m

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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 21h 19m 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 April 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 57% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air New Zealand at 15%, Virgin Australia at 9%, and American Airlines at 8%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $781	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,026 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,083	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,112	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,644 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,208	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,959 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,376	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 632 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,521	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 452 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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