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Cheapest return flight
$872
Typical prices: $801-$1,282
China Southern
Sun 2/12Tue 18/12
SYD - DLC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$473
Typical prices: $382-$712
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/11
SYD - DLC • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Dalian. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 31% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO)
Cheapest • Avg $477 (return)
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Shortest trip • 15h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Dalian (SYD-DLC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Dalian

Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 15:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
27h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
13:05 - 07:30DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
$872China Southern
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
24h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
08:00 - 07:30DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 30m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Shenzhen
$991China Southern
3+ days ago
Mon, 11 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 10:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
22h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
20:00 - 06:35DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,016China Southern
2 days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 13:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
18h 50m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
14:30 - 15:05DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$1,121Sichuan Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
China Eastern Logo
11:10 - 10:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
26h 45m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 09:15DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Wuhan
$1,139China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 09:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
25h 35m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 09:15DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Wuhan
$1,152China Eastern
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
China Eastern Logo
11:10 - 12:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
28h 00m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 09:15DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Wuhan
$1,179China Eastern
3+ days ago
Mon, 11 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 18:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
22h 50m2 stops Shenzhen Yangzhou Taizhou
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 13:10DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 10m3 stops Incheon Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne Avalon
$1,521Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 21 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:10 - 18:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
22h 50m2 stops Shenzhen Yangzhou Taizhou
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
19:15 - 13:40DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m2 stops Yangzhou Taizhou Shenzhen
$2,263Shenzhen Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 27 Dec - Thu, 28 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 18:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DLC Dalian
22h 50m2 stops Shenzhen Yangzhou Taizhou
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 17:40DLC  Dalian-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 25m3 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Incheon Intl Brisbane
$2,423Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Dalian flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Dalian?

Return flights from Sydney to Dalian typically range from $801 to $1,282. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $872 on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Dalian?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Dalian. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Dalian?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Dalian at $668 return.
•December ($1,570) and November ($1,462) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 135% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Dalian the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Dalian are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Dalian flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$473
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Dalian

When to book flights from Sydney to Dalian

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

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Dalian?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Dalian:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Dalian?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Dalian takes 00m, covering 13,930 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Dalian?

    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 Sydney to Dalian flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Dalian range from $801 to $1,282, with an average of $966 over the past 12 months. Anything below $801 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Dalian flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 14% below the route average of $966. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Dalian changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $872 to $4,639. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Dalian looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Dalian are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $658, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Dalian?

    Flights from Sydney to Dalian usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Dalian (DLC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Dalian pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Dalian most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Dalian?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Sydney to Dalian. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $892 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,193, a difference of $301.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Dalian?

    Flying via Incheon Intl (ICN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h, compared to 15h 48m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 16h 29m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Dalian?

    Dalian is 3 hours behind Sydney (China Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Dalian 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $892, about $301 less than Monday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Dalian trip for May. Fares historically average $668 return in that month – typically $902 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dalian Airport.

    • Dalian International Airport Hotel
    • James Joyce Coffetel Dalian Airport
    • Dalian Southern Airline Pearl Hotel

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