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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..R 12,229 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,229, select.
Washington D.C..R 14,516 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,516, select.
Washington D.C..R 14,717 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,717, select.
Washington D.C..R 15,234 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,234, select.
Washington D.C..R 16,210 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,210, select.
Washington D.C..R 16,418 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,418, select.
Washington D.C..R 17,472 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,472, select.
Washington D.C..R 17,517 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,517, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 14,717
Sep
from R 17,472
Oct
from R 12,229
Nov
from R 14,516
Dec
from R 16,418
Jan
from R 16,210
Feb
from R 15,234
Mar
from R 17,541
Apr
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May
from R 17,517
Jun
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Jul
from R 25,437

Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Melbourne to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 12,229
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles is R 22,389. 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 Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 22,389.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Washington Dulles is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Monday, 2 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Washington Dulles Airport. 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

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

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC 15 hours behind Melbourne.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MEL to IAD flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and IAD:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is R 12,229. A round-trip ticket is currently R 22,389. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to IAD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MEL to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MEL to IAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Washington D.C.

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