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

Qantas Airways and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Baltimore to Melbourne Airport takes 23h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport takes 23h 27m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne refresh daily.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,590 to $2,412. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,718.

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09:59 - 09:30

DCA

MEL

31h 31m

1 stop

13:55 - 20:05

MEL

DCA

46h 10m

2 stops

$1,718Multiple Airlines

Wed, 25 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

09:59 - 09:30

DCA

MEL

31h 31m

1 stop

13:45 - 17:59

MEL

DCA

44h 14m

2 stops

$1,731Multiple Airlines

Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

09:59 - 09:30

DCA

MEL

32h 31m

1 stop

13:45 - 20:00

MEL

DCA

45h 15m

2 stops

$1,755Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

08:30 - 10:25

DCA

MEL

33h 55m

2 stops

16:05 - 20:57

MEL

DCA

20h 52m

1 stop

$1,829Qantas Airways

Mon, 23 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

15:47 - 05:00

BWI

MEL

23h 13m

1 stop

13:35 - 23:51

MEL

BWI

24h 16m

1 stop

$1,832Qantas Airways

Wed, 17 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

12:23 - 05:00

BWI

MEL

24h 37m

2 stops

16:05 - 22:59

MEL

BWI

21h 54m

1 stop

$1,861American Airlines

Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

12:23 - 05:00

BWI

MEL

24h 37m

2 stops

16:05 - 22:59

MEL

BWI

21h 54m

1 stop

$1,873American Airlines

Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

18:26 - 10:00

BWI

MEL

23h 34m

1 stop

11:30 - 16:54

MEL

BWI

21h 24m

1 stop

$1,907United Airlines

Sun, 22 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

16:09 - 10:00

BWI

MEL

25h 51m

2 stops

13:00 - 21:17

MEL

BWI

24h 17m

2 stops

$1,913United Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

08:19 - 11:05

IAD

MEL

36h 46m

3 stops

20:40 - 06:25

MEL

IAD

47h 45m

2 stops

$1,916Air Canada

Sun, 17 May - Wed, 27 May

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

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Qantas Airways

23 Feb

DCA08:30Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

33h 55m

2 stops

MEL10:25Melbourne

4 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 52m

1 stop

DCA20:57Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,829

Qantas Airways

26 Jan

BWI15:41Baltimore/Washington

45h 19m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

7 Feb

MEL19:50Melbourne

43h 20m

2 stops

BWI23:10Baltimore/Washington

$1,863

Qantas Airways

27 Jan

IAD17:26Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 09m

2 stops

MEL18:35Melbourne

4 Feb

MEL16:05Melbourne

21h 12m

1 stop

IAD21:17Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,873

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

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United Airlines

5 Mar

BWI18:25Baltimore/Washington

23h 05m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

12 Mar

MEL10:30Melbourne

27h 00m

2 stops

BWI22:30Baltimore/Washington

$1,891

United Airlines

22 Feb

BWI18:26Baltimore/Washington

23h 34m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

3 Mar

MEL11:30Melbourne

21h 23m

1 stop

BWI16:53Baltimore/Washington

$1,907

United Airlines

3 Feb

BWI16:10Baltimore/Washington

25h 50m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

20 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

21h 23m

1 stop

BWI16:53Baltimore/Washington

$1,913

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 25/2

09:59-09:30

1 stop31h 31m

Melbourne

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13:55-20:05

2 stops46h 10m

$1,718

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 25/2

09:59-09:30

1 stop31h 31m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

13:45-17:59

2 stops44h 14m

$1,731

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

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DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/3

09:59-09:30

1 stop32h 31m

Melbourne

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13:45-20:00

2 stops45h 15m

$1,755

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DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 23/2

08:30-10:25

2 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

16:05-20:57

1 stop20h 52m

$1,829

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 17/6

15:47-05:00

1 stop23h 13m

Melbourne

Mon 29/6

13:35-23:51

1 stop24h 16m

$1,832

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/3

12:23-05:00

2 stops24h 37m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

16:05-22:59

1 stop21h 54m

$1,861

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/3

12:23-05:00

2 stops24h 37m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

16:05-22:59

1 stop21h 54m

$1,873

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 22/2

18:26-10:00

1 stop23h 34m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

11:30-16:54

1 stop21h 24m

$1,907

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 20/2

16:09-10:00

2 stops25h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

13:00-21:17

2 stops24h 17m

$1,913

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 17/5

08:19-11:05

3 stops36h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

20:40-06:25

2 stops47h 45m

$1,916

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,650. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of April, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,780.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,168 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,091 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 10m
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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne takes 23h 10m

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne is 16372.1 km. By plane, this route typically takes 23h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?

It is quick and easy to find Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Melbourne that suits you.

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Melbourne from Washington, D.C. which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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