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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Dalian from $957

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DLC
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dalian
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dalian. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Tue 25/820:20
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop17h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 10/912:55
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/5$957
Sun 23/808:00
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop27h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 7/921:35
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop30h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 6/5$974
Tue 25/811:35
MEL
-
DLC
2 stops32h 35m
XiamenAir
Thu 10/919:35
DLC
-
MEL
2 stops36h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/5$979
Sat 22/812:00
MEL
-
DLC
2 stops26h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 11/914:45
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop17h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5$1,011
Sat 22/820:20
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop17h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 13/912:55
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,015
Sat 31/1021:40
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop18h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 4/1114:20
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop21h 10m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,021
Tue 25/820:20
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/918:35
DLC
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,034
Sat 22/812:00
MEL
-
DLC
2 stops26h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 9/909:00
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop25h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5$1,045
Sat 22/820:20
MEL
-
DLC
1 stop17h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 9/912:55
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,076
Thu 4/613:25
MEL
-
DLC
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/619:10
DLC
-
MEL
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,102
Mon 24/811:35
MEL
-
DLC
2 stops32h 35m
XiamenAir
Thu 10/919:35
DLC
-
MEL
2 stops36h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/5$1,112

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Dalian (DLC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$957

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$662
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 25/8-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Dalian
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MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

20:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

Dalian

Mon 7/9

12:55-14:10

1 stop23h 15m

$1,015

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

21:40-13:15

1 stop18h 35m

Dalian

Wed 4/11

14:20-14:30

1 stop21h 10m

$1,021

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

12:00-09:05

1 stop23h 05m

Dalian

Tue 8/9

15:05-09:00

1 stop15h 55m

$1,045

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

20:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

Dalian

Wed 9/9

12:55-14:10

1 stop23h 15m

$1,076

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

13:25-17:20

2 stops29h 55m

Dalian

Thu 11/6

19:10-14:55

1 stop17h 45m

$1,102

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

12:00-12:00

2 stops26h 00m

Dalian

Thu 10/9

17:10-09:00

1 stop13h 50m

$1,179

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

20:20-13:25

2 stops19h 05m

Dalian

Sun 13/9

12:55-14:10

1 stop23h 15m

$1,206
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

11:00-00:10

1 stop15h 10m

Dalian

Fri 11/9

13:15-10:00

2 stops18h 45m

$1,229

MelbourneDalian

MEL - DLC

MELDLC

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

11:00-13:55

1 stop28h 55m

Dalian

Tue 8/9

16:55-09:00

1 stop14h 05m

$1,265

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Dalian, you should look to book at least 62 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian (average of $447). Flying from Melbourne to Dalian in September is currently the most expensive (average of $710). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 8 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Dalian, such as China Southern and China Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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

    Dalian (DLC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dalian from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Dalian airport from Melbourne. It is only a 7.4 km journey from Dalian (DLC) to Dalian’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Dalian?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Dalian can take about 18h 35m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,021. Airlines will cover a distance of 8842 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Dalian round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($561), China Southern ($603), and XiamenAir ($639) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Dalian. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Dalian one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $344. China Eastern flights start at $355 while deals on China Southern start at $359 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dalian that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Dalian flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Dalian?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Dalian.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Dalian?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dalian by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dalian (average of $447). Flying from Melbourne to Dalian in September is currently the most expensive (average of $710). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$561Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$603Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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