Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Australia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,547. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Sydney.$1,544 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Sydney on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,544, select.

Melbourne.$1,641 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,641, select.

Brisbane.$1,661 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,661, select.

Adelaide.$1,892 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,892, select.

Perth.$1,940 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Perth.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Perth on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,940, select.

Sunshine Coast.$2,021 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sunshine Coast on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,021, select.

Darwin.$2,037 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,037, select.

Hobart.$2,054 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Hobart.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,054, select.

Launceston.$2,076 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Launceston.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Launceston on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,076, select.

Canberra.$2,079 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,079, select.

Cairns.$2,089 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,089, select.

Townsville.$2,219 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Townsville.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Townsville on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,219, select.

Newcastle.$2,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Newcastle Williamtown.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Newcastle Williamtown on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,300, select.

Gold Coast.$2,350 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,350, select.

Orange.$2,413 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Orange.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Orange on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,413, select.

Coffs Harbour.$2,647 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Regional Express.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Coffs Harbour.Inbound indirect flight with Regional Express, departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,647, select.

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Flights from Washington D.C. to Australia FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to Australia from Washington D.C.?

The cheapest flight from Washington D.C. to Australia costs $1,544.

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When is it the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Australia?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Australia is October. See if any of these flights in October suit you.

What is the cheapest Washington D.C. to Australia flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Washington D.C. to Australia is Washington D.C. to Sydney. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $1,544.

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What is the cheapest airline that flies to Australia from Washington D.C.?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to Australia from Washington D.C. is Frontier Airlines.

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Cheapest flights to Australia from Washington D.C.

How to find cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Australia

$1,544 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Australia.
You'll be travelling from Washington D.C. into Sydney in Sydney with that fare.
A one-way ticket starts at $859.
Want to let the lowest fares decide where you head to next? Select 'Australia' in the 'To' field to discover the cheapest deals by city.
Australia has around ten international airports, so you can choose from plenty of arrival options.
To compare more prices, choose 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
The sooner you book, the better. Fares tend to rise as your trip gets closer, not the other way around.
Stay ahead of fare changes. Download the Skyscanner app, set up a Price Alert, and we'll let you know when prices rise or drop.

Best time to fly from Washington D.C. to Australia

October is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Washington D.C. to Australia.
In general, a midweek flight is a smart way to save. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean lower fares.
April, July and September mark the peak travel season in Australia, with July the most popular of the three. Visit then for a lively atmosphere and plenty to fill your days.
February, March and May are the quietest months. March sees the lowest demand from travellers and is a good choice if you'd rather skip the crowds.

Popular places to visit in Australia

Sydney

This New South Wales city is one of the top destinations for Washington D.C. to Australia flights. Kick off your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Sydney Harbour Bridge, Port Jackson and Sydney Opera House.
Sydney Airport (SYD) is Sydney's busiest airport.
Ready to lock in the perfect place to stay? Explore the lineup of hotels in Sydney.

Melbourne

Work your way through this Victoria city's highlights including Melbourne's Gardens, Melbourne Park and Arts Centre Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) and Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) are where most flights arrive.
Browse hotels in Melbourne and lock in a stay that keeps up with your plans.

Brisbane

Drop by top sights like Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach while you're in this corner of Queensland.
Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the main airport to plan your flight around.
From mini breaks to longer stays, hotels in Brisbane cater to all kinds of budgets and styles.

Visiting Australia for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so always check ahead. Airlines and official embassy sites will have reliable advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
The local currency is the Australian dollar (AUD). You can handle payments with credit and debit cards almost everywhere.
The population of Australia is estimated at around 27 million. Canberra is the capital.
There's more than one standard time zone in this destination, ranging from UTC+8 through to UTC+11.
Weather can shape everything from how you explore to what you pack, so choose your season wisely. January is Australia's warmest month.
Temperatures are often coolest around July.
January is typically the wettest month, while March is the driest.
Sydney New Year's Eve, the Australian Open and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival are among the biggest events here. Consider booking your Washington D.C. to Australia flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

A cheap flight from Washington D.C. to Australia gets you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Australia. Want the freedom to get around on your own terms? Also check out the range of car rental options in Australia.

Australia hotels and car hire

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