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

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 26m.

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 26m.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand 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.

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

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average return price of $1,378.

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

Air New Zealand, Air China, and Alaska Airlines 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 November 2025.

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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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,619 to $2,066. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,648.

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21:55 - 14:49SYD-BWI

32h 54m2 stops

15:41 - 10:55BWI-SYD

27h 14m2 stops

$1,648Qantas Airways

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Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

20:40 - 05:24SYD-IAD

48h 44m2 stops

18:45 - 15:30IAD-SYD

52h 45m2 stops

$1,671Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

11:45 - 20:55SYD-IAD

25h 10m2 stops

12:50 - 10:30IAD-SYD

29h 40m2 stops

$1,740Air New Zealand

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Wed, 10 Dec - Sun, 1 Mar

11:45 - 21:36SYD-DCA

25h 51m2 stops

14:45 - 10:30DCA-SYD

27h 45m2 stops

$1,740Air New Zealand

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Wed, 10 Dec - Sun, 1 Mar

09:20 - 20:30SYD-IAD

25h 10m2 stops

09:55 - 07:20IAD-SYD

31h 25m2 stops

$2,002Air Canada

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Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

11:20 - 20:54SYD-IAD

25h 34m2 stops

09:45 - 09:35IAD-SYD

31h 50m2 stops

$2,080Air Canada

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Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

10:20 - 22:43SYD-IAD

26h 23m1 stop

17:45 - 07:00IAD-SYD

23h 15m1 stop

$2,213United Airlines

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Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

11:20 - 21:04SYD-IAD

25h 44m2 stops

16:10 - 06:20IAD-SYD

22h 10m1 stop

$2,288United Airlines

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11:50 - 16:06SYD-BWI

20h 16m1 stop

18:34 - 06:20BWI-SYD

43h 46m1 stop

$2,733Virgin Australia

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Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

14:00 - 05:14SYD-BWI

31h 14m1 stop

06:00 - 07:00BWI-SYD

33h 00m1 stop

$2,811Virgin Australia

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Air Canada

9 Apr

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD20:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29 Apr

IAD09:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 25m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Air Canada

20 Feb

SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 34m

2 stops

IAD20:54Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24 Feb

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 50m

2 stops

SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 Feb

SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

2 stops

IAD20:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7 Feb

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 50m

3 stops

SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,088

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9 Apr

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 23m

1 stop

IAD22:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29 Apr

IAD17:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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29 Dec

SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 44m

2 stops

IAD21:04Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29 Jan

IAD16:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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29 Dec

SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 44m

1 stop

BWI21:54Baltimore/Washington

29 Jan

BWI15:52Baltimore/Washington

25h 13m

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SYD09:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Sun 1/2

21:55-14:49

2 stops32h 54m

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Sat 7/2

15:41-10:55

2 stops27h 14m

$1,648

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

20:40-05:24

2 stops48h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/2

18:45-15:30

2 stops52h 45m

$1,671

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

11:45-20:55

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/3

12:50-10:30

2 stops29h 40m

$1,740

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - DCA

SYDDCA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

11:45-21:36

2 stops25h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/3

14:45-10:30

2 stops27h 45m

$1,740

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/4

09:20-20:30

2 stops25h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

09:55-07:20

2 stops31h 25m

$2,002

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

11:20-20:54

2 stops25h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/2

09:45-09:35

2 stops31h 50m

$2,080

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/4

10:20-22:43

1 stop26h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

17:45-07:00

1 stop23h 15m

$2,213

SydneyWashington, D.C.

SYD - IAD

SYDIAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/12

11:20-21:04

2 stops25h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 29/1

16:10-06:20

1 stop22h 10m

$2,288

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

11:50-16:06

1 stop20h 16m

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Sat 7/2

18:34-06:20

1 stop43h 46m

$2,733

SydneyBaltimore

SYD - BWI

SYDBWI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/12

14:00-05:14

1 stop31h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 31/12

06:00-07:00

1 stop33h 00m

$2,811

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,291, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in February, then you should wait until August to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,564.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,986. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Washington, D.C. on Sunday is $2,293.

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

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Sydney in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,013 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $2,194. Departure times at midday 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 Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,987 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 $1,633 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% 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 November 2025, prices for Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 40% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 01m 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 November 2025.
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 39% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qantas Airways at 23%, Air Canada at 18%, and Virgin Australia at 9%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $628	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,121	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 525 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,134	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 933 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,251	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 424 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,267	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,012 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,422	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,437 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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

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

You could potentially save up to 17% 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 November 2025, prices for Sydney to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 40% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air New Zealand, Air China, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Washington, D.C.

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

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

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average return price of $1,378.

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

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 26m.

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 26m.

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