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Cheapest round-trip
$937
Typical prices: $1,075-$1,812
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/9Sat 11/17
MEL - DFW • 3 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,692
Typical prices: $1,176-$1,907
Qantas Airways
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
MEL - DFW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways. Average duration is 15h 57m
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Avoid delays
Qantas Airways
Most punctual • 66% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 20% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nadi (NAN)
Cheapest • Avg $1,129 (round-trip)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 20h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth (MEL-DFW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:35 pm - 5:18 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 43m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 12:20 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
36h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$937Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:35 pm - 10:54 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
50h 19m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:21 pm - 12:20 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
29h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
$977Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:35 pm - 9:08 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 33m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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1:21 pm - 12:20 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
29h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
$1,032Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:45 pm - 5:18 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 33m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:04 am - 12:25 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
34h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
$1,052Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:00 pm - 10:55 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
15h 55mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 5:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 35mnonstop
$1,692Qantas Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:00 pm - 10:55 amMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
15h 55mnonstop
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4:27 pm - 9:30 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
24h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,717Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17
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10:45 pm - 1:18 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 33m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:25 pm - 5:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 35mnonstop
$1,724Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:20 am - 2:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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6:16 am - 5:40 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
30h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Narita
$1,873Japan Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:20 am - 2:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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10:40 am - 5:40 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
26h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$1,893Japan Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Jan 2
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7:20 am - 2:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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10:45 am - 5:40 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
25h 55m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$1,935Japan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport at $1,058 round-trip.
•July ($1,819) and June ($1,780) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Bill Fink

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Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$461
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 3:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:35 pm and lands at 6:32 am.

    The flight takes about 15h 57m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport takes 15h 57m, covering 8,988 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport range from $1,075 to $1,812, with an average of $1,320 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,075 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $1,320 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,129 round-trip via Nadi (NAN), compared to $1,671 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Qantas Airways is the only airline operating Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights. 66% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,852, which is 94% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW)?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Thrifty

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport route, 34% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 37m.

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

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

    • Nadi (NAN) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,216 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,439, a difference of $223.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

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

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 09m, compared with 20h 30m via Nadi (NAN) and 21h 31m via Brisbane (BNE).

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

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are American Airlines Center, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Dallas World Aquarium. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,216, about $223 less than Monday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $1,058 round-trip in that month - typically $761 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nadi Airport (NAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,129 round-trip on this route - about $542 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

Tuesday

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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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Dallas/Fort Worth to Melbourne

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

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Thursday

Qantas Airways

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Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways

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