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Cheapest round-trip
$1,074
Typical prices: $1,048-$1,729
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/23Sun 9/30
DFW - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,709
Typical prices: $1,598-$2,391
Qantas Airways
Fri 9/7Sun 9/23
DFW - MEL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways. Average duration is 17h 39m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $1,037 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Melbourne (DFW-MEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Melbourne

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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1:59 pm - 12:00 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
31h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
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1:25 pm - 9:29 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
23h 04m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
$1,074Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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1:59 pm - 12:25 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
31h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
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1:20 pm - 5:41 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 21m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,094Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
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1:59 pm - 12:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
31h 06m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
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1:20 pm - 9:29 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
23h 09m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
$1,096Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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3:45 pm - 10:55 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
26h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
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8:15 am - 5:47 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 32m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,206Air New Zealand
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
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2:20 pm - 8:55 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
25h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
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12:10 pm - 10:22 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 12m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco
$1,206Air New Zealand
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:25 pm - 10:55 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
24h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
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7:10 pm - 5:47 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
39h 37m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,225Air New Zealand
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:50 pm - 1:50 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
23h 00m1 stop Brisbane
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12:00 pm - 10:55 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
15h 55mnonstop
$1,416Qantas Airways
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Feb 2
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1:05 pm - 11:30 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
29h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane
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12:00 pm - 10:55 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
15h 55mnonstop
$1,424Qantas Airways
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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8:20 pm - 5:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 40mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 10mnonstop
$1,825American Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:20 pm - 5:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 40mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 10mnonstop
$1,829American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport at $903 round-trip.
  • June ($1,797) and December ($1,674) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$626
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Dallas to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Melbourne Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,037 round-trip via Tokyo Haneda (HND), compared to $1,824 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Nadi (NAN) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Auckland Intl (AKL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Nadi (NAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,070 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,603, a difference of $533. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 39 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Melbourne Cricket Ground, Marvel Stadium and Crown Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 17h 39m, covering 8,988 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:25 pm and lands at 12:04 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 1:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 17h 39m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 11% above the route average of $1,346. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,213, which is 157% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Qantas Airways’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Qantas Airways is the only airline operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 16m, compared with 20h 45m via San Francisco (SFO) and 20h 55m via Nadi (NAN).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 15 hours ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Bargain Car Rentals
    · East Coast Car Rentals
    · EverythingFleet
    · Ace Rental Cars
    · Alpha

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport range from $1,048 to $1,729, with an average of $1,346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,048 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,070 - about $533 less than Friday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $903 round-trip in that month - typically $894 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,037 round-trip on this route - about $787 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Melbourne

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Qantas Airways

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Thursday

Qantas Airways

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Saturday

Qantas Airways

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Sunday

Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

Qantas Airways

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Tuesday

Qantas Airways

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Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

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Saturday

Qantas Airways

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Sunday

Qantas Airways

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