Flying from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU): What you need to know
The timezone in Dali City is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Dali Fengyi Airport is located in Dali City.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to DLU.
Travelling over a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to DLU departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to DLU flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
About Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near DLU and shut your eyes sooner:
You'll find DLU at Airport Rd..
Getting from Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU) to central Dali City
From Dali Fengyi Airport, central Dali City is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU)
At the moment, $459 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $891. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to DLU, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU), while October is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Dali City based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Melbourne to DLU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Dali City, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Dali City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dali City right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Dali Fengyi Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Dali Taihe Zui Cang'er Cultural Park, Qingbi Creek and Foreigner Street are must-visits when exploring Dali City.
Explore more of China
Dali City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Dali City, a trip to Kunming will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Yunnan-Tibet Road, Guandu Ancient Town and Shilin Square.
Around 137 kilometres north of Dali City, Lijiang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.
