How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Average flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Baltimore to Melbourne Airport is 23h 23m on average, while flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport is 23h 31m on average. Melbourne Airport is the most popular airport in Melbourne.

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

United Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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 license, 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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7:50 am - 12:25 pm

IAD

MEL

38h 35m

3 stops

1:25 pm - 6:20 am

MEL

IAD

30h 55m

3 stops

$1,131Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 23

7:26 am - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

31h 34m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 11:09 am

MEL

BWI

35h 34m

1 stop

$1,181American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

11:23 am - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

27h 37m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 11:09 am

MEL

BWI

35h 34m

1 stop

$1,181American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

3:55 pm - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

23h 05m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 9:34 pm

MEL

BWI

21h 59m

1 stop

$1,183Qantas Airways

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 26

3:55 pm - 5:00 am

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MEL

23h 05m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 11:41 pm

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BWI

24h 06m

1 stop

$1,186Qantas Airways

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

11:00 am - 4:05 pm

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AVV

38h 05m

3 stops

6:00 am - 8:58 am

AVV

DCA

41h 58m

3 stops

$1,186Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

5:43 pm - 8:30 am

BWI

MEL

23h 47m

1 stop

11:30 am - 9:05 pm

MEL

BWI

25h 35m

1 stop

$1,212United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 11

6:52 pm - 8:15 am

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MEL

23h 23m

1 stop

9:30 am - 4:35 pm

MEL

BWI

21h 05m

1 stop

$1,212United Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 23

10:19 pm - 11:05 am

IAD

MEL

46h 46m

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6:30 am - 8:25 pm

MEL

IAD

28h 55m

2 stops

$1,588Air New Zealand

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7

3:02 pm - 1:45 pm

IAD

MEL

31h 43m

2 stops

8:00 am - 9:08 pm

MEL

IAD

28h 08m

2 stops

$1,602Air New Zealand

Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 28

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

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Qatar Airways

Oct 20

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

MEL11:05 pmMelbourne

Oct 27

MEL11:40 pmMelbourne

32h 15m

1 stop

IAD4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,203

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Oct 20

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

MEL11:05 pmMelbourne

Oct 27

MEL11:40 pmMelbourne

32h 15m

1 stop

IAD4:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,204

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Nov 3

IAD8:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

MEL11:20 pmMelbourne

Nov 18

MEL11:40 pmMelbourne

32h 15m

1 stop

IAD3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,208

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

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Sep 9

BWI2:54 pmBaltimore/Washington

24h 06m

2 stops

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Sep 16

MEL9:45 amMelbourne

25h 35m

2 stops

BWI9:20 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,181

American Airlines

Sep 9

BWI3:57 pmBaltimore/Washington

23h 03m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Sep 16

MEL1:35 pmMelbourne

35h 34m

1 stop

BWI11:09 amBaltimore/Washington

$1,187

American Airlines

Sep 9

BWI7:26 amBaltimore/Washington

31h 34m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Sep 16

MEL1:35 pmMelbourne

21h 54m

1 stop

BWI9:29 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,189

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7:50 am-12:25 pm

3 stops38h 35m

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1:25 pm-6:20 am

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1:35 pm-11:09 am

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1 stop23h 05m

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1:35 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$1,186

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Tue 10/20

11:00 am-4:05 pm

3 stops38h 05m

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Tue 10/27

6:00 am-8:58 am

3 stops41h 58m

$1,186

BaltimoreMelbourne

BWI - MEL

BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/21

5:43 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 47m

Melbourne

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11:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$1,212

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Sun 9/13

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 23m

Melbourne

Wed 9/23

9:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,212

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

10:19 pm-11:05 am

2 stops46h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 10/7

6:30 am-8:25 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,588

Washington, D.C.Melbourne

IAD - MEL

IADMEL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/16

3:02 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops31h 43m

Melbourne

Wed 10/28

8:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops28h 08m

$1,602

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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 $1,172 to $1,900.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,181.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, October 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 $1,288. The month of May is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,300.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne takes 23h 15m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by plane?
Washington, D.C. and Melbourne are 10173.2 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 23h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?
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As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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 license, 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.

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

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,052 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,073 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,195	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 656 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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