Flying from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) jetting off from here.
The average duration of a direct Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight is 16 hours.
Dallas is 17 hours behind Melbourne. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of 3 direct flights each week between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). This is the busiest route, with Qantas offering a 3:05pm departure from MEL to DFW.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to DFW.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Get to your destination in one go from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are available from here.
When departing from MEL, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport with Qantas.
Qantas sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MEL to DFW.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Qantas.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Melbourne to DFW with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEL and DFW include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
63% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is one of the main options between Avalon Airport and DFW.
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to DFW flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Getting from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
Central Dallas is around 32 kilometres from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is RM2,697. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,355. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to DFW. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Hunt down a great price on a flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Dallas based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to DFW plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dallas right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Dallas.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Dallas, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 306 kilometres south to Austin to check off its leading attractions. From Texas State Capitol to Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Shreveport is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kilometres east of Dallas. No journey is complete without dropping by Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Stage of the Stars Music Museum.