How long does it take to fly to Melbourne Airport?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport vary, but if you’re flying out of Baltimore and flying into Melbourne Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 22m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport is flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport, which will take roughly 23h 47m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne Airport?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Minneapolis (MSP) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 19m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 52m.

What airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $325.

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

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

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

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 Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:59 am - 9:30 am

DCA

MEL

32h 31m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 8:00 pm

MEL

DCA

45h 15m

2 stops

$1,114Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

9:59 am - 9:30 am

DCA

MEL

32h 31m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 8:00 pm

MEL

DCA

44h 35m

2 stops

$1,189Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Apr 14

3:21 pm - 10:45 pm

BWI

MEL

40h 24m

2 stops

4:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MEL

BWI

21h 54m

1 stop

$1,244Qantas Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16

3:45 pm - 9:25 am

IAD

MEL

26h 40m

2 stops

10:35 am - 12:28 am

MEL

IAD

28h 53m

2 stops

$1,248Air New Zealand

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

3:20 pm - 10:50 pm

BWI

MEL

39h 30m

2 stops

4:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MEL

BWI

22h 54m

1 stop

$1,255Qantas Airways

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

10:10 pm - 10:55 am

IAD

MEL

46h 45m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 12:47 am

MEL

IAD

26h 37m

2 stops

$1,259Air New Zealand

Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 21

6:00 am - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

31h 00m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MEL

BWI

22h 54m

1 stop

$1,269American Airlines

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6:00 am - 5:00 am

BWI

MEL

31h 00m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MEL

BWI

22h 54m

1 stop

$1,270American Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

4:10 pm - 11:05 am

IAD

MEL

28h 55m

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8:40 pm - 6:22 am

MEL

IAD

47h 42m

2 stops

$1,301Air Canada

Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 1

11:00 am - 11:35 am

DCA

MEL

34h 35m

3 stops

8:45 pm - 8:53 am

MEL

DCA

50h 08m

3 stops

$1,307Air Canada

Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 31

Air New Zealand flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport

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Air New Zealand

Mar 10

IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

MEL9:25 amMelbourne

Mar 17

MEL10:35 amMelbourne

28h 53m

2 stops

IAD12:28 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,248

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Jun 30

IAD10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 45m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

Jul 21

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

26h 37m

2 stops

IAD12:47 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,259

Air New Zealand

Jul 21

IAD10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 45m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

Sep 16

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

26h 40m

2 stops

IAD12:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,264

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Feb 21

BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington

31h 00m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Feb 28

MEL4:05 pmMelbourne

22h 54m

1 stop

BWI10:59 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,269

American Airlines

Feb 28

BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington

31h 00m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Mar 7

MEL4:05 pmMelbourne

22h 54m

1 stop

BWI10:59 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,270

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Mar 12

BWI3:21 pmBaltimore/Washington

27h 09m

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Mar 16

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

25h 00m

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BWI10:00 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,273

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4:05 pm-10:59 pm

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Thu 5/21

4:10 pm-11:05 am

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Melbourne

Mon 6/1

8:40 pm-6:22 am

2 stops47h 42m

$1,301

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DCA - MEL

DCAMEL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/21

11:00 am-11:35 am

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 5/31

8:45 pm-8:53 am

3 stops50h 08m

$1,307

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $1,245. The month of February is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,421.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,492 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Washington, D.C. for as low as $786 on momondo.

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

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne will travel around 10177.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 23h 15m.
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As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 47% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 22%, Qantas Airways with 14%, and Air New Zealand with 13%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $377	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,274 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,266 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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