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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Melbourne.$979 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 15, returning Tue, Apr 28.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, Apr 15, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $979, select.
Melbourne.$1,095 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 23, returning Mon, Mar 9.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, Feb 23, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, Mar 9, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,095, select.
Melbourne.$1,107 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 1, returning Sat, Jun 6.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, May 1, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, Jun 6, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,107, select.
Melbourne.$1,189 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 11, returning Mon, May 18.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, May 11, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, May 18, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,189, select.
Melbourne.$1,197 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 16, returning Wed, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Fri, Oct 16, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,197, select.
Melbourne.$1,206 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 20, returning Sun, Mar 29.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, Mar 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, Mar 29, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,206, select.
Melbourne.$1,218 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1, returning Mon, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, Sep 21, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,218, select.
Melbourne.$1,221 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 6, returning Mon, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Jun 6, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,221, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington, D.C. to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in April.
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from $1,221
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from $1,286
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from $1,218
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from $1,197
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from $1,319
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Jan
from $1,817

Alternative Washington, D.C. to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne Essendon

11km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

19km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
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Washington, D.C. to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$979
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne is $979. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $979.
There are no flights flying from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne is usually April.
If you're flying from Washington, D.C., the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the center of Melbourne. We've found flights to this airport from $979.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is Frontier Airlines.

Flying from Washington DC to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Washington DC to Melbourne, there's a good selection of airports to depart from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main terminals.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the primary arrival point in Melbourne.

  • Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 15 hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Washington DC to Melbourne flight.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Melbourne

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Washington DC to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to Melbourne is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Washington DC to Melbourne.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Washington DC to Melbourne flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • We make it a breeze to find a Washington DC to Melbourne flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Break up your Washington DC to Melbourne flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and Melbourne are:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.

  • You're off on vacation, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne:

  • 74% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You can book a ticket from Washington DC to Melbourne with a stop or two departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and Melbourne:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • BWI is around 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Melbourne flight:

  • The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 19 kilometers. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Book a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Melbourne. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Melbourne flight.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Central Melbourne is located around 48 kilometers from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you save.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometers from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Stay in control of the next part of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar will get you on the road.

  • Rental companies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Melbourne. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Melbourne in April.

  • Book a Washington DC to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Washington DC to Melbourne:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometers to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 64 kilometers south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favorite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

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