Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC): what you need to know
The timezone in Dalian is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your MEL to DLC flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and DLC:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
RM1,041 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM1,479. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to DLC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DLC instead:
Getting from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to central Dalian
The street address for DLC is 100 Yingke Road.
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Dalian. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dalian. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Dalian during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to DLC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Dalian has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. Around 467 kilometres west of Dalian, a visit to Beijing will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Tianjin is another well-known destination in China and is around 386 kilometres west of Dalian. No trip is complete without dropping by Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.