How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Australia vary, but if you’re flying out of Baltimore and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 24m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Australia is flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney, which will take roughly 22h 57m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

What airlines fly to Australia?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia?

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia is 6 as of January 2026.

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

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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Australia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia 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 license 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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12:55 pm - 7:05 am

DCA

BNE

28h 10m

2 stops

10:00 am - 9:55 pm

BNE

DCA

25h 55m

2 stops

$998Air Canada

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

11:05 am - 7:45 am

DCA

BNE

30h 40m

2 stops

9:45 am - 10:21 am

BNE

DCA

38h 36m

2 stops

$1,000Air Canada

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

3:50 pm - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

23h 10m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 11:51 pm

MEL

BWI

24h 16m

1 stop

$1,088Qantas Airways

Wed, May 20 - Sat, Jun 6

3:21 pm - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

22h 39m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MEL

BWI

21h 54m

1 stop

$1,186Qantas Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 25

8:38 am - 7:00 am

BWI

MEL

31h 22m

2 stops

9:10 am - 10:14 pm

MEL

BWI

28h 04m

2 stops

$1,221Delta

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

7:06 pm - 8:00 am

BWI

MEL

44h 54m

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10:00 am - 8:17 pm

MEL

BWI

24h 17m

2 stops

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8:30 am - 9:30 am

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MEL

34h 00m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 3:59 pm

MEL

DCA

42h 59m

1 stop

$1,357American Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

8:59 am - 5:00 am

DCA

MEL

29h 01m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 11:00 pm

MEL

DCA

21h 55m

1 stop

$1,364American Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

4:11 pm - 8:30 am

DCA

MEL

25h 19m

2 stops

10:30 am - 6:46 pm

MEL

DCA

23h 16m

2 stops

$1,370United Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23

4:28 pm - 8:30 am

DCA

MEL

25h 02m

2 stops

12:00 pm - 9:45 pm

MEL

DCA

24h 45m

1 stop

$1,372United Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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Mar 11

DCA4:35 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

24h 45m

1 stop

BNE7:20 amBrisbane

Mar 18

BNE10:05 amBrisbane

19h 25m

1 stop

DCA3:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,213

Delta

Mar 11

BWI8:38 amBaltimore/Washington

31h 22m

2 stops

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

Mar 18

MEL9:10 amMelbourne

28h 04m

2 stops

BWI10:14 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,221

Delta

Mar 3

BWI7:06 pmBaltimore/Washington

44h 54m

2 stops

MEL8:00 amMelbourne

Apr 19

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

24h 17m

2 stops

BWI8:17 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,223

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May 20

BWI3:50 pmBaltimore/Washington

23h 10m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Jun 6

MEL1:35 pmMelbourne

24h 16m

1 stop

BWI11:51 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,088

Qantas Airways

Feb 11

IAD5:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 04m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

Feb 28

BNE9:40 amBrisbane

28h 13m

1 stop

IAD10:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,143

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Feb 11

IAD5:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 04m

1 stop

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

Feb 28

BNE10:10 amBrisbane

27h 43m

2 stops

IAD10:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,149

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12:55 pm-7:05 am

2 stops28h 10m

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11:05 am-7:45 am

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9:45 am-10:21 am

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4:05 pm-10:59 pm

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8:38 am-7:00 am

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9:10 am-10:14 pm

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7:06 pm-8:00 am

2 stops44h 54m

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Sun 3/15

8:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop34h 00m

Melbourne

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12:00 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop42h 59m

$1,357

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DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/11

8:59 am-5:00 am

1 stop29h 01m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

4:05 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,364

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

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DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

4:11 pm-8:30 am

2 stops25h 19m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

10:30 am-6:46 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$1,370

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DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/15

4:28 pm-8:30 am

2 stops25h 02m

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

12:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,372

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $869. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Australia from Washington, D.C. during August instead. Flights to Australia in August, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $870.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,358 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Washington, D.C. for as low as $655 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Australia takes 21h 59m

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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia is 6 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Australia?
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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia 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 license 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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Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,127 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 981 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,206 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $839	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,667 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,257	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 577 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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