Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi from $501
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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUH
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
-
AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 25/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,099
Wed 4/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/304:30
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,118
Tue 14/412:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/404:35
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,144
Wed 4/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,587
Fri 24/711:00
MEL
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 10/821:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops54h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,593
Fri 6/218:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,597
Sat 13/612:00
MEL
-
AUH
3 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 27/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,600
Wed 18/318:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,604
Best flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
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AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 25/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,099
Wed 4/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/304:30
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,118
Wed 4/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,587
Tue 17/312:00
MEL
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AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 21/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,190
Sun 14/611:00
MEL
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AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 27/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,607
Sat 13/612:00
MEL
-
AUH
3 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 28/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops33h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,629
Thu 18/612:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 1/721:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops54h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,652
Direct flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Wed 4/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,587
Fri 6/218:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,597
Wed 18/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,604
Tue 17/318:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 21/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,696
Tue 24/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/520:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,744
Tue 14/417:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/420:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,843
Thu 2/418:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/420:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$2,059
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated 2 February 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 6/218:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,597
Fri 6/218:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,796
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
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AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 25/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,099
Wed 4/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/304:30
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,118
Wed 4/318:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,587
Tue 17/318:20
MEL
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AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 21/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/1$1,696
Wed 18/318:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/320:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,604
Tue 24/318:20
MEL
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/520:40
AUH
-
MEL
Nonstop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,744
One-way flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Wed 11/301:00
MEL
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AUH
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$501
Tue 17/301:00
MEL
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AUH
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$504
Mon 16/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$515
Fri 13/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$528
Sun 15/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$538
Sat 14/322:35
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$542
Wed 15/413:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$576
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 2 February 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
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MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
12:00-21:10
1 stop40h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 25/3
23:30-14:05
1 stop31h 35m
$1,099
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
13:10-03:00
2 stops20h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 25/3
04:30-11:55
2 stops24h 25m
$1,118
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 17/3
12:00-21:10
1 stop40h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 21/3
23:30-10:00
1 stop27h 30m
$1,190
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
18:20-01:10
Nonstop13h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 25/3
20:40-17:00
Nonstop13h 20m
$1,587
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 14/6
11:00-20:30
1 stop39h 30m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 27/6
21:10-10:00
3 stops30h 50m
$1,607
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sat 13/6
12:00-20:30
3 stops38h 30m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 28/6
21:10-12:40
2 stops33h 30m
$1,629
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Thu 18/6
12:00-20:30
2 stops38h 30m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 1/7
21:10-10:00
3 stops54h 50m
$1,652
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 11/3
01:00-03:30
2 stops33h 30m
$501
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sat 14/3
22:35-03:30
2 stops35h 55m
$542
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 18/3
13:10-19:10
3 stops37h 00m
$560
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $747). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,260). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to AUH?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
The most flights from MEL to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Abu Dhabi flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Abu Dhabi flights?
Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Mumbai (BOM) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,205.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 00m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 45m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 2 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Melbourne?
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), located 28.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. 5 airlines have flights to Zayed Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
China Eastern can get you from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in just under 40h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 11644 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $947 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SriLankan Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $1,004 and $1,281 round-trip. China Eastern is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $351. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hainan Airlines and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi are Oman Air (54%), Air Europa (54%) and Etihad Airways (54%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $563. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $1,095 on average, our data indicates $3,774 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi 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 Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $747). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,260). 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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