Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Melbourne (MEL)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,994

miles

14,475

kilometers

7,816

nautical miles

🕐 17h 38m

Flight Time

🧭 SW (246°)

Direction

🌍 +16h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	8,994	+5,396	14,390 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	8,994	+5,396	14,390 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	8,994	+4,497	13,491 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	8,994	+4,497	13,491 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	8,994	+8,994	17,988 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	8,994	+4,497	13,491 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Melbourne, your watch will be 16 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DFW to MEL route connects Dallas-Fort Worth, United States with Melbourne, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 8,994 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Australia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a SW bearing of 246° from Dallas-Fort Worth. There is a 16 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DFW

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) serves Dallas-Fort Worth, United States.

🛬 About MEL

Melbourne International Airport

Melbourne International Airport (MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Melbourne International Airport is 8,994 miles (14,475 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from DFW to MEL typically take around 17h 38m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 8,994 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.