Washington (DCA) to Melbourne (MEL)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 10,183
miles
16,389
kilometers
8,849
nautical miles

🕐 19h 54m
Flight Time
🧭 W (259°)
Direction
🌍 +15h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
10,183 16,293
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
10,183 16,293
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
10,183 15,275
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
10,183 15,275
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
10,183 20,366
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
10,183 15,275
Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Melbourne, your watch will be 15 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DCA to MEL route connects Washington, United States with Melbourne, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 10,183 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Australia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 259° from Washington. There is a 15 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) serves Washington, United States.

🛬 About MEL

Melbourne International Airport

Melbourne International Airport (MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Melbourne International Airport is 10,183 miles (16,389 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DCA to MEL typically take around 19h 54m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 10,183 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.