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 22h 07m 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 26h 56m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $717.

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.

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

Flights connecting via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 05m.

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

United Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

What airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways 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 75% 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 airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne Airport?

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

As of April 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,995 to $1,302. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,034.

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11:07 am - 12:00 pm

IAD

MEL

34h 53m

3 stops

1:25 pm - 4:22 pm

MEL

IAD

40h 57m

3 stops

$1,034Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

11:12 am - 12:05 pm

IAD

MEL

34h 53m

3 stops

1:30 pm - 4:21 pm

MEL

IAD

40h 51m

3 stops

$1,142Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

6:59 pm - 7:20 pm

DCA

MEL

34h 21m

2 stops

7:30 am - 11:00 pm

MEL

DCA

29h 30m

2 stops

$1,176Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10

5:30 pm - 10:35 am

DCA

MEL

27h 05m

2 stops

9:00 am - 7:13 pm

MEL

DCA

24h 13m

2 stops

$1,386Qantas Airways

Thu, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 14

6:59 pm - 10:35 am

DCA

MEL

25h 36m

2 stops

9:00 am - 6:59 pm

MEL

DCA

23h 59m

2 stops

$1,395Qantas Airways

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

9:00 am - 11:05 am

IAD

MEL

36h 05m

3 stops

8:30 pm - 8:29 pm

MEL

IAD

37h 59m

3 stops

$1,409Air Canada

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

1:20 pm - 7:40 pm

IAD

MEL

40h 20m

2 stops

9:35 pm - 7:50 pm

MEL

IAD

36h 15m

2 stops

$1,421Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6

9:45 pm - 7:40 pm

IAD

MEL

31h 55m

2 stops

9:35 pm - 7:50 pm

MEL

IAD

36h 15m

2 stops

$1,436Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

3:27 pm - 8:15 am

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MEL

26h 48m

2 stops

10:55 am - 9:02 pm

MEL

BWI

24h 07m

2 stops

$1,540United Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 17

4:12 pm - 8:15 am

BWI

MEL

26h 03m

2 stops

9:30 am - 7:09 pm

MEL

BWI

23h 39m

2 stops

$1,545United Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 17

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

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Aug 6

DCA5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 05m

2 stops

MEL10:35 amMelbourne

Aug 14

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

24h 13m

2 stops

DCA7:13 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,386

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May 15

DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 36m

2 stops

MEL10:35 amMelbourne

May 22

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

23h 59m

2 stops

DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,395

Qantas Airways

May 31

DCA5:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 19m

2 stops

MEL10:35 amMelbourne

Aug 8

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

24h 13m

2 stops

DCA7:13 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,399

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

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May 10

BWI3:27 pmBaltimore/Washington

26h 48m

2 stops

MEL8:15 amMelbourne

May 17

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

24h 07m

2 stops

BWI9:02 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,540

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May 12

BWI3:27 pmBaltimore/Washington

26h 48m

2 stops

MEL8:15 amMelbourne

May 19

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

26h 32m

2 stops

BWI11:27 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,545

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Apr 13

BWI6:15 pmBaltimore/Washington

24h 00m

1 stop

MEL8:15 amMelbourne

Apr 29

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

25h 53m

2 stops

BWI9:23 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,553

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9:00 am-6:59 pm

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9:00 am-11:05 am

3 stops36h 05m

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1:20 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 20m

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Mon 5/11

9:45 pm-7:40 pm

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Mon 5/18

9:35 pm-7:50 pm

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Sun 5/10

3:27 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 48m

Melbourne

Sun 5/17

10:55 am-9:02 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$1,540

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BWIMEL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/10

4:12 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 03m

Melbourne

Sun 5/17

9:30 am-7:09 pm

2 stops23h 39m

$1,545

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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 $1,354. The month of February is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,443.

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 $1,561 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 22h 07m

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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 22h 07m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne Airport?
As of April 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 54% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air New Zealand with 18%, Qantas Airways with 12%, and American Airlines with 11%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,535 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,195	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 623 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
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