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Cheapest return flight
$1,510
Typical prices: $1,483-$2,453
Qantas Airways
Wed 10/10Sat 27/10
MEL - DFW • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
$1,696
Typical prices: $1,611-$2,637
American Airlines
Sun 23/9Fri 5/10
MEL - DFW • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways. Average duration is 16h 02m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 65% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,539 (return)
Shortest trip • 20h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Dallas (MEL-DFW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat, 10 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 16:30MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
22h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Austin Bergstrom
Qantas Airways Logo
19:25 - 05:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 35mdirect
$1,510Qantas Airways
Sat, 20 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 08:40MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
50h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
American Airlines Logo
18:25 - 05:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 35mdirect
$1,515American Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:20 - 05:18MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
30h 58m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 12:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
33h 35m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles Nadi
$1,515Multiple Airlines
Sun, 21 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 18:13MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
36h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
American Airlines Logo
18:25 - 05:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
17h 35mdirect
$1,515American Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 00:43MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 13m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:21 - 12:25DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
31h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Nadi
$1,523Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 14:45MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
16h 10mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 06:45DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
21h 00m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,667Qantas Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 19:40MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
24h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
Air New Zealand Logo
07:00 - 08:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
$1,807Air New Zealand
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 16:39MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
22h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
09:50 - 10:30DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
31h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$1,812United Airlines
Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
08:15 - 21:28MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
30h 13m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
Air New Zealand Logo
10:00 - 08:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
29h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
$1,894Air New Zealand
Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 21:48MEL  Melbourne-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
25h 53m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
11:34 - 07:30DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MEL Melbourne
28h 56m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,540United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport start at $1,510. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,483 to $2,453. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,510 on Qantas Airways.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport at $1,472 return.
  • July ($2,518) and June ($2,401) 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 prices 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 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$703
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 are available on the route from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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

  • 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).

  • 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 travellers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,539 return via Nadi (NAN), compared with $2,327 for direct.

  • 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.

  • 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) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) – 8% 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 Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,678 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,012, a difference of $334. 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 on the route 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, 35% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • 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% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    American Airlines Center is one of the most viewed places in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport on KAYAK.

  • 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 and lands at 04:02
    • Latest: departs at 14:35 and lands at 06:37.

    The flight takes about 16h 02m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 24% above the route average of $1,764. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport takes 16h 02m, covering 23,279 km.

  • 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 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,289.

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

    Qantas Airways is the only airline operating Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights. 65% of its flights are on time.

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

    Afternoon 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 stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 11m, compared to 20h 26m via Nadi (NAN) and 21h 32m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW)?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Easirent
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty

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

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport range from $1,483 to $2,453, with an average of $1,764 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,483 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,678 – about $334 less than Monday (17% 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 32% 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 February. Fares historically average $1,472 return in that month – typically $1,047 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 stopover option averages $1,539 return on this route – about $788 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

Direct departures

Melbourne to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Dallas/Fort Worth to Melbourne

Monday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

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