What airlines fly to Australia?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand 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 47% 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.

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 Washington, D.C. and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 55m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Australia is flying from Baltimore to Sydney, which will take roughly 25h 19m. 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?

Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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.

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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia is 7 as of October 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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1:19 pm - 8:45 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

28h 26m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

10:45 am - 11:34 amBNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 49m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,096Air Canada

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 7:05 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

31h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

10:00 am - 8:15 pmBNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,096Air Canada

Mon, Mar 29 - Wed, Apr 14

7:00 am - 10:15 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNE Brisbane

36h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi

11:40 am - 12:48 pmBNE Brisbane-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 08m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl

$1,159Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

7:00 am - 10:15 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNE Brisbane

36h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi

11:40 am - 12:48 pmBNE Brisbane-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 08m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl

$1,203Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

7:08 am - 5:00 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

29h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 5:30 amMEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,257American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

6:00 am - 5:00 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 00m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 5:30 amMEL Melbourne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,261American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

5:01 pm - 5:50 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNE Brisbane

21h 49m1 stop Los Angeles

9:40 am - 7:58 pmBNE Brisbane-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,266Qantas Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

5:08 pm - 6:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

22h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 am - 5:00 pmBNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,271Qantas Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

12:45 pm - 7:00 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BNE Brisbane

27h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

8:20 am - 9:08 pmBNE Brisbane-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 48m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,303Air New Zealand

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

6:36 am - 8:35 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

11:50 am - 10:43 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 53m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$1,318Air New Zealand

Sun, Mar 14 - Tue, Mar 23

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4:59 pm - 9:00 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 01m2 stops Columbus Los Angeles

2:05 pm - 8:15 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

22h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Tulsa

$1,326American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

4:59 pm - 9:00 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 01m2 stops Columbus Los Angeles

11:10 am - 4:00 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

20h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,326American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

2:42 pm - 6:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:05 pm - 6:19 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,349Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

9:30 am - 9:00 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

11:15 am - 9:00 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,357Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

8:15 am - 8:35 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

11:55 am - 10:15 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

26h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,400Air New Zealand

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

2:38 pm - 8:35 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 57m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

11:55 am - 12:59 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 04m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$1,400Air New Zealand

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

2:42 pm - 6:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:55 am - 6:19 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 24m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,436Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

9:55 am - 9:35 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 40m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

11:20 am - 8:23 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 03m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,446Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

2:30 pm - 7:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 55m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

9:35 pm - 7:25 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

$1,505Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

1:15 pm - 9:35 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Vancouver Intl

11:20 am - 12:30 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 10m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,818Air Canada

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

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Air New Zealand flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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Air New Zealand

Feb 1

IAD12:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

BNE7:00 amBrisbane

Feb 17

BNE8:20 amBrisbane

27h 48m

2 stops

IAD9:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,303

Air New Zealand

Feb 1

IAD2:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 21m

2 stops

BNE10:00 amBrisbane

Feb 17

BNE8:20 amBrisbane

27h 48m

2 stops

IAD9:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,316

Air New Zealand

Feb 1

IAD2:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 21m

2 stops

BNE10:00 amBrisbane

Feb 17

BNE8:20 amBrisbane

27h 48m

2 stops

IAD9:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,317

American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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American Airlines

Nov 24

IAD7:08 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 52m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Dec 1

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

22h 45m

1 stop

IAD5:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,257

American Airlines

Nov 24

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 00m

2 stops

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Dec 1

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

22h 45m

1 stop

IAD5:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,261

American Airlines

Feb 1

DCA5:01 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

21h 49m

1 stop

BNE5:50 amBrisbane

Feb 8

BNE1:10 pmBrisbane

22h 49m

2 stops

DCA8:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,266

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IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BNE Brisbane

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/1

1:19 pm-8:45 am

2 stops28h 26m

Brisbane

Mon 2/8

10:45 am-11:34 am

2 stops39h 49m

$1,096

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BNE Brisbane

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/29

9:55 am-7:05 am

2 stops31h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 4/14

10:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$1,096

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BNE Brisbane

DCABNE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/26

7:00 am-10:15 am

3 stops36h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

11:40 am-12:48 pm

3 stops40h 08m

$1,159

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BNE Brisbane

DCABNE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/26

7:00 am-10:15 am

3 stops36h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

11:40 am-12:48 pm

3 stops40h 08m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - MEL Melbourne

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/24

7:08 am-5:00 am

1 stop29h 52m

Melbourne

Tue 12/1

10:45 pm-5:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

$1,257

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - MEL Melbourne

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/24

6:00 am-5:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 12/1

10:45 pm-5:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

$1,261

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - BNE Brisbane

DCABNE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/1

5:01 pm-5:50 am

1 stop21h 49m

Brisbane

Wed 2/17

9:40 am-7:58 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$1,266

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Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BNE Brisbane

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/1

5:08 pm-6:30 am

1 stop22h 22m

Brisbane

Wed 2/17

9:40 am-5:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,271

Washington, D.C.Brisbane

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - BNE Brisbane

IADBNE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/1

12:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops27h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 2/17

8:20 am-9:08 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$1,303

Washington, D.C.Sydney

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

IADSYD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/14

6:36 am-8:35 am

2 stops34h 59m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/23

11:50 am-10:43 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,318

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $1,385. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Australia from Washington, D.C. during November instead. Flights to Australia in November, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $1,387.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 $1,599 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 $1,285 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Australia flight.

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Best Price Found	$586
Fastest flight time	21h 59m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Australia from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $586. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,096.

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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 7 as of October 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.

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Australia

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $357	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,452 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $377	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,691 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,831 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $836	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,209 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $878	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,121 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 679 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $2,062	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,715 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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