MEL - IAD

$1,188 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport

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Cheapest return fare
$1,983
Typical prices: $2,593-$1,998
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Thu 11/6Fri 26/6
MEL - IAD • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,188
Typical prices: $1,478-$1,609
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Wed 3/6
MEL - IAD • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from $2,067 (return)
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Dulles Intl. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,045 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl (MEL-IAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Thu, 11 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun
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13:30 - 08:25
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IAD
32h 55m
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09:55 - 22:35
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MEL
46h 40m
3 stops
$1,983Multiple Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Sun, 28 Jun
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13:30 - 10:12
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IAD
34h 42m
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09:55 - 12:25
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MEL
36h 30m
3 stops
$2,012Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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20:40 - 07:20
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IAD
49h 40m
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23:00 - 15:55
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49h 55m
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$2,067Air China
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
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09:30 - 08:25
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36h 55m
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09:55 - 07:30
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MEL
31h 35m
2 stops
$2,076Multiple Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Fri, 26 Jun
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13:30 - 08:12
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IAD
32h 42m
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09:55 - 22:35
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MEL
46h 40m
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$2,138Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Jun - Fri, 3 Jul
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09:30 - 08:12
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36h 42m
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11:17 - 07:30
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30h 13m
2 stops
$2,186Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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20:40 - 07:20
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49h 40m
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06:30 - 15:55
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MEL
42h 25m
2 stops
$2,211Air China
Tue, 6 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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14:25 - 22:47
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23h 22m
2 stops
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18:41 - 13:00
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MEL
27h 19m
2 stops
$2,278Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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12:10 - 20:55
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23h 45m
2 stops
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15:35 - 10:55
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28h 20m
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$2,342Air New Zealand
Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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08:35 - 20:55
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27h 20m
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15:35 - 10:55
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28h 20m
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$2,352Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Dulles Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport departing in June.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $1,466 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,748 and $2,319 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$1,188
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Dulles Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport was $1,188 for a one-way ticket and $1,983 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Washington Dulles Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C., Air New Zealand or Virgin Australia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Washington, D.C. are Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. With an average price for the route of $1,612 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Virgin Australia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,593 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington Dulles Airport from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington Dulles Airport with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Washington Dulles Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington Dulles Airport from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dulles Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Dulles Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 638 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.4Food
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
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Time to upgrade those planes so you can provide first class.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
LFT - IAH
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Time to upgrade those planes so you can provide first class.

The flight was smooth and on time. Entertainment options were lacking and there was no food, other than some very boring snacks.

A better selection of entertainment would have been nice. I found nothing that appealed to me as a middle-aged traveler. The flight attendants were gracious, helpful, and attentive. It also would have been nice to have more bathrooms as the flight was full and the plane was big.

Both my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our return home from Tokyo to Auckland and onwards to Palmerston North. We would recommend using the Premier Business class for long-haul travel, any day. Well worth the extra cost. Cabin staff were exceptional, Thank you

This flight was the second leg of a trip that began in Auckland, New Zealand. I was unable to find a way to select seats in advance. The boarding passes we were given in Auckland did not have seat assignments for the second flight. There was no way to check on it until personnel showed up at the gate in Los Angeles, immediately before boarding time. The flight was overbooked by one, and since I was traveling with my sister, we needed two seats. We waited in considerable anxiety for everyone else to board and when one person did not show up, we had to take whatever was left. At least we finally got on the flight although we were the very last to board. We were not able to sit together, of course.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

We had difficulty checking in as United didn’t recognize the confirmation number and the agent was not helpful. We went to the United Assistance desk where the agent was able to process our reservation. We also weren’t allowed to choose seats in advance.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

Air New Zealand over sold our flight and tried to bump us to yesterday. After several calls we got booked to United about 6 hrs before our original flight. No apologies!

There were no food or entertainment on this short flight. Friendly staff even before getting on the flight. The seats were snug but it was quick flight

Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

Very friendly staff. No food service and no entertainment. Only 1hr 20min flight

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

On the Qantas flight, I could barely hear some of the announcements. It was better when I could read them on the screen.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

Our boarding and flight was very good. However when we landed and pulled in to the gate it took 55 minutes for the jet bridge to be positioned next to the aircraft. That caused us to miss our ground transportation and it caused us unnecessary last minute transit planning and expense. Our flight was AA1733 on March 17, 2026

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Flight arrived late with no one to help over 30 people rebook. I slept at the airport.

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

Terrific in every way. On time, professional staff, multiple movie options to select, great food and drink.

My bags were misplaced!!! Im in a foreign country with no bags

I liked that it was on time, however, the food was not good.

Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

It was okay, the food was good, but after the landing there was not enough time for luggage and security to catch a connection. It was crowded on board.

When I went to check in at the United counter in Barcelona, Spain I had 2 different menat 2 different times in United uniforms (standing around with a couple other employees) ask me if I was traveling alone. The one man asked me 3 different ways if I was traveling alone. I am, 68 yeaers old and have all my faculties. I thought it was weird and it made me feel very uncomfortable. What difference does it make if I was traveling alone or with someone? What if I was a recent widow? That would have been horrible. They never gave me a reason why they needed to know who I was traveling with. I was hesitant to question them because I needed to be on that flight.

Crew was great. 2 1/2 hour delay was due to staff needing "rest" was avoidable and self inflicted as United not willing to hire enough crew to keep flight on time.. Ridiculous. The crew and the passengers both suffered due to this.

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Delayed 24 hours. Should have called it much earlier They provided quality accommodations, food vouchers etc. FINALLY The issues started at 8 AM and they cancelled the flight at 11:30 PM, with no plans for a new flight.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

Not to have gotten delayed by 2+ hours for the fourth straight American flight. They're the worst.

Other than nearly three hour delay for maintenance issues, everything went smooth

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