Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 15 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne.
Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take your pick of four services every week between these two airports. Qantas offers a 18:15 departure between DFW and MEL.
Leave plenty of time to make your DFW to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne tickets are available for booking. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll arrive.
Qantas is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DFW to Melbourne with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
DFW is around 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near DFW? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
73.22% of flights that take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne flight is Rs111,093. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs310,496. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from DFW to Melbourne, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DFW to Melbourne.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from DFW to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Unpack your bags not long after your DFW to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your DFW to Melbourne flight:
Start your travels without stressing about how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before scheduling your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Melbourne offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DFW to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
