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Sat, Sep 26
Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
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Washington, D.C. BWIMelbourne MEL
£445
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Washington, D.C. DCAMelbourne MEL
£447
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Wed, Sep 23
Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
£457
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Washington, D.C. BWIMelbourne MEL
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Washington, D.C. BWIMelbourne MEL
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Wed, Sep 23 – Tue, Sep 29
Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
£1,038
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Washington, D.C. DCAMelbourne MEL
£1,038
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Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
£1,096
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Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
£1,097
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Washington, D.C. IADMelbourne MEL
£1,104
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Washington, D.C. DCAMelbourne MEL
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How much do flights to Melbourne cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£443

Cheapest round-trip

£1,038

Average round-trip

£1,261

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Qantas

Getting from Melbourne airport to the city center

Fastest option: SkyBus express coach. Best value: regional bus services and ride-sharing.

Melbourne is served by Melbourne Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport, located 23 km northwest of the city center. The airport offers several airport transfers to city center destinations, including express coaches, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Melbourne does not have a direct rail link to the airport, making SkyBus the most popular public transport option. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

30-50 min

$18 – $22; adult one-way; return tickets available

every 10–15 min (traffic dependent)

direct to CBD

50-70 min

$22 – $26; adult one-way

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

beachside suburbs

25-55 min

$55 – $85; metered; varies by traffic and destination

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-55 min

$40 – $75; surge pricing may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

25-50 min

$80 – $150; pre-booked; fixed price

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

25-50 min

$50 – $120; per day; varies by vehicle type

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and regional travel

Notes:

  • Prices in AUD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Melbourne Airport does not have a direct train connection to the city center.
  • SkyBus operates 24/7 with reduced frequency during late night hours.
  • Taxi and ride-hailing pickup points are located at the ground transport area outside each terminal.
  • Road traffic can significantly affect journey times, especially during morning and evening peak hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Melbourne

Depart from
Washington Dulles International
Arrive to
Melbourne
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
QantasQFAQFNo
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No
Jetstar AirwaysJSTJQNo
Virgin Australia AirlinesVOZVANo
Alaska AirlinesASAASNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Melbourne

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January26°C15°C
February25°C15°C
March23°C14°C
April19°C11°C
May16°C9°C
June13°C7°C
July12°C6°C
August13°C6°C
September16°C7°C
October19°C9°C
November21°C11°C
December23°C13°C
Hottest Month
26°C
January
Coldest month
6°C
July
Sunny days
303
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
19 Sep
26°C12°C
26 Sep
28°C16°C
Sunday
20 Sep
17%
26°C13°C
27 Sep
28°C14°C
Monday
21 Sep
36%
16°C8°C
28 Sep
40%
25°C17°C
Tuesday
22 Sep
16°C6°C
29 Sep
57%
21°C11°C
Wednesday
23 Sep
22°C6°C
30 Sep
12%
16°C9°C
Thursday
24 Sep
15%
24°C12°C
1 Oct
89%
15°C11°C
Friday
25 Sep
12%
26°C18°C
2 Oct
81%
20°C12°C
Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Melbourne. Book your trip to arrive at Melbourne, or Avalon. The most popular airlines for this route are Qantas, Frontier Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Washington, D.C. and Melbourne have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Orlando, Atlanta, Edinburgh, Los Angeles, Tampa, Mexico City, Miami, San Salvador, San Juan, Dallas, Istanbul, Denver, New Delhi, Guadalajara, Fort Lauderdale, Kathmandu, Manchester, Paris, Toronto.

What are the most popular routes to and from Melbourne?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Melbourne and London, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Bali, Gold Coast, Singapore, Denpasar, Bangkok, New Delhi, Auckland, Cairns, Hobart, Manchester, Canberra, Amritsar, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila.

Which airports are there in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.

What airports are near Washington, D.C.?

The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Trenton–Mercer, Lehigh Valley International, Harrisburg International, Lancaster, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional.

Which airlines fly between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne?

Currently, you can fly between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne with Qantas, Frontier Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines, Alaska Airlines.

When’s the best time to travel between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne?

Traveling between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Washington, D.C.?

There are a number of airports in and around Washington, D.C.. The main one is Washington Dulles International and other nearby airports include Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Trenton–Mercer, Lehigh Valley International, Harrisburg International, Lancaster, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Washington, D.C., such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne arrive?

What time do flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne depart?

What time do flights between Washington, D.C. and Melbourne arrive?

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