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Flight deals from Dalian Airport to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Dalian Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $672. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Melbourne.$286 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 20.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departing from Dalian on Sun, Sep 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.
Melbourne.$303 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 8.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departing from Dalian on Fri, May 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Melbourne.$361 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 23.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departing from Dalian on Tue, Jun 23, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.
Melbourne.$362 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 11.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departing from Dalian on Sun, Oct 11, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $362, select.
Melbourne.$473 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 22.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Dalian on Wed, Apr 22, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $473, select.
Melbourne.$734 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 24.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Dalian on Sun, Jan 24, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $734, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dalian to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dalian to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Alternative Dalian to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dalian to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne Essendon

7 miles from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

12 miles from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Avalon

31 miles from central Melbourne
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Dalian to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$286
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Dalian to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dalian to Melbourne is $672. 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 Dalian to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $672.
There are no flights flying from Dalian to Melbourne, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Dalian to Melbourne is usually May.
If you're flying from Dalian Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 11.7 miles away from the center of Melbourne. We've found flights to this airport from $672.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dalian Airport to Melbourne on Monday, May 18, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dalian Airport and Melbourne. 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 59°F. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 79°F. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 42°F. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is three hours ahead of Dalian, where Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is located.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your DLC to Melbourne flight.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from DLC to Melbourne. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • To get to DLC from central Dalian, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 5 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near DLC:

  • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DLC land at their destination as scheduled 90.44% of the time.

  • DLC's address is 100 Yingke Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Melbourne

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne flight is $286. The cheapest price for a return flight is $672. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from DLC to Melbourne, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from DLC to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save money on your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 15 miles. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from DLC to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The center of Melbourne is around 35 miles from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • Traveling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Settle in and unpack not long after your DLC to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Step off your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The center of Melbourne is around 12 miles from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel into the center, find a hotel close to MEB. Check in to one of these options after your DLC to Melbourne flight:

  • Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are dependable companies for booking.

  • Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Plan your trip to Melbourne in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Lock in a Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket with a departure in January to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 54ºF to 84ºF.

  • July has average temperatures of between 39ºF and 55ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from DLC to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Melbourne

  • Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Melbourne, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 290 miles away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Launceston is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 280 miles south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without experiencing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

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