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Flight deals from Washington Dulles to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,717. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$2,424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,424, select.

Melbourne.$2,455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,455, select.

Melbourne.$2,514 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,514, select.

Melbourne.$2,519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,519, select.

Melbourne.$2,603 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,603, select.

Melbourne.$2,701 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,701, select.

Melbourne.$2,717 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,717, select.

Melbourne.$2,761 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,761, select.

Melbourne.$2,909 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,909, select.

Melbourne.$3,062 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,062, select.

Melbourne.$3,104 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,104, select.

Melbourne.$3,112 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,112, select.

Melbourne.$3,148 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,148, select.

Melbourne.$3,190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,190, select.

Melbourne.$3,205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,205, select.

Melbourne.$3,242 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Sat, 20 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,242, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Melbourne

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Washington D.C. to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$2,424
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

How much are return flights from Washington Dulles to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Melbourne is $2,424. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Melbourne?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington Dulles to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,424.

How many flights are there a week from Washington Dulles to Melbourne?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Washington Dulles to Melbourne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington Dulles to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Melbourne is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

If you're flying from Washington Dulles Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $2,424.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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.

What’s the weather like in Melbourne?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Melbourne with?

Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Melbourne: what you need to know

Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Melbourne observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IAD to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from IAD to Melbourne. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Melbourne

$1,414 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $2,424. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from IAD to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
Finding a cheap flight from IAD to Melbourne couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IAD to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few fantastic places to stay within a quick drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your IAD to Melbourne flight.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne has landed, your next move is likely heading for the city centre. Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometres from central Melbourne.
Check in to a hotel close to MEB and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late IAD to Melbourne flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
If you're looking for a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Book your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from IAD to Melbourne around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Melbourne

Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Melbourne travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Melbourne Park.

Explore more of Australia

Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.