Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dalaman Airport (DLM): what you need to know
Dalaman's timezone is UTC+3, making Dalaman eight hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MEL to DLM flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
862 € is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport flight. A return flight starts at 1.229 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to DLM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dalaman Airport (DLM)
If you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near DLM:
Travel at your own speed with a Dalaman Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avec car rentals, Right Cars or AllMeet rent a car and find adventure across Dalaman and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Dalaman Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to central Dalaman
From Dalaman Airport, Dalaman is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Dalaman based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dalaman Airport for July if you want to go to Dalaman during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to DLM sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Dalaman. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
If you want to check out another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Ankara, roughly 499 kilometres north-east of Dalaman. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park are the start of reasons to visit.