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$358+ Cheap flights to Dalian

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DLC
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Flights to Dalian in 2025

Find the latest flights to Dalian in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Return from

$618

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$829
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 10/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Sydney to Dalian
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($482 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights to Dalian
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Dalian. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Tue 10/620:20SYD - DLC
1 stop17h 35mSichuan Airlines
Tue 24/612:55DLC - SYD
1 stop23h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$618
Tue 10/611:20SYD - DLC
2 stops26h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 24/613:55DLC - SYD
1 stop16h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4$726
Tue 10/621:15SYD - DLC
3 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/609:15DLC - SYD
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$959

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

20:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

Dalian

Tue 24/6

12:55-14:15

1 stop23h 20m

$618

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

11:20-11:40

2 stops26h 20m

Dalian

Tue 24/6

13:55-08:00

1 stop16h 05m

$726

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

21:15-20:30

3 stops25h 15m

Dalian

Tue 24/6

09:15-11:35

2 stops24h 20m

$959

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 31/7

20:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

$358

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 31/7

11:20-11:40

2 stops26h 20m

$490

SydneyDalian

SYD - DLC

SYDDLC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 31/7

20:45-22:15

3 stops27h 30m

$579

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/4

Best time to book a flight to Dalian

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Dalian

When is the best time to book a flight to Dalian?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Dalian. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Dalian, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Dalian?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Dalian takes 17 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Dalian from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Dalian?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Dalian are Sichuan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and Air China.

Rainfall in Dalian by month

Plan your trip to Dalian by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dalian ranges from 0.0 - 160.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Dalian when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Dalian by month

Plan your trip to Dalian by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dalian, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dalian

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dalian. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dalian. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2025

FOC - PVG

The pillow and blanket were dirty, my son got multiple bites in the flight

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 3
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2025

FOC - PVG

The pillow and blanket were dirty, my son got multiple bites in the flight

FAQs about flying to Dalian

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dalian?

    Dalian (DLC), located 7.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Dalian.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Dalian if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Dalian on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Dalian?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Dalian.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Dalian?

    Dalian is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Dalian. One-way flights to Dalian typically cost $321, while return flights cost around $828.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Dalian depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Dalian, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Dalian have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dalian can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dalian?

    Yes. Dalian has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Southern Airlines Pearl Hotel is the closest property to Dalian (0.0 km away from Dalian).

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