Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi from $575
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUH
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
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 March or November, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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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 12 September 2026.
Sun 4/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Mon 19/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 11/9$1,003
Thu 1/1001:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 18/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 10/9$1,050
Tue 6/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 14/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 9/9$1,074
Tue 20/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 25/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 12/9$1,123
Tue 20/1013:00 -
1 stop18h 35m
Thu 29/1014:25 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 10/9$1,202
Fri 23/1014:00 -
2 stops24h 45m
Fri 30/1014:25 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 8/9$1,204
Thu 29/1013:00 -
1 stop19h 15m
Tue 17/1122:40 -
2 stops39h 40m
Deal found 9/9$1,220
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 12 September 2026.
Wed 21/1006:00 -
2 stops35h 55m
Sun 25/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 12/9$1,382
Sun 18/1017:10 -
1 stop18h 15m
Sun 25/1017:55 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 9/9$1,778
Tue 10/1118:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sat 14/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 11/9$1,814
Tue 3/1117:10 -
1 stop24h 40m
Tue 17/1117:55 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 8/9$1,778
Wed 21/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sun 25/1020:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 11/9$1,819
Tue 10/1117:10 -
1 stop24h 40m
Sat 14/1122:30 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 11/9$1,810
Sat 31/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Mon 16/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 8/9$1,826
Sat 31/1017:10 -
1 stop24h 40m
Sun 15/1117:55 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 8/9$1,821
Thu 22/1017:10 -
1 stop24h 45m
Sat 24/1022:45 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 9/9$1,821
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 12 September 2026.
Sat 31/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sat 14/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,665
Fri 2/1017:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sun 18/1020:40 -
Nonstop13h 10m
Deal found 9/9$1,688
Wed 21/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sun 25/1020:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,703
Sun 1/1118:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sat 14/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,809
Fri 30/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Mon 16/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,810
Tue 3/1118:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Mon 16/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,813
Tue 10/1118:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Sat 14/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 11/9$1,814
Fri 30/1018:20 -
Nonstop13h 50m
Wed 11/1120:40 -
Nonstop13h 20m
Deal found 9/9$1,817
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated 12 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 1/1001:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 18/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 10/9$1,050
Sun 4/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Mon 19/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 11/9$1,003
Tue 6/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 14/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 9/9$1,074
Tue 20/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 25/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 12/9$1,123
Tue 20/1013:00 -
1 stop18h 35m
Thu 29/1014:25 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 10/9$1,202
Fri 23/1014:00 -
2 stops24h 45m
Fri 30/1014:25 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 8/9$1,204
Thu 29/1013:00 -
1 stop19h 15m
Tue 17/1122:40 -
2 stops39h 40m
Deal found 9/9$1,220
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 12 September 2026.
Thu 8/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 12/9$575
Fri 25/901:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$639
Sun 25/1013:10 -
2 stops21h 45m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9$700
Fri 9/1013:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 12/9$708
Sun 11/1013:00 -
2 stops38h 55m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 12/9$735
Thu 8/1014:25 -
2 stops39h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 12/9$802
Sat 26/915:55 -
2 stops41h 40m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$809
Fri 25/900:30 -
3 stops33h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$816
Thu 17/901:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 12/9$890
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 12 September 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2026.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Fri 25/9
01:30-10:55
1 stop39h 25m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$639
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Fri 25/9
00:30-03:50
3 stops33h 20m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$816
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Fri 18/9
20:00-10:55
2 stops44h 55m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$968
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 6/10
08:45-20:05
2 stops42h 20m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,251
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Wed 21/10
06:00-10:55
2 stops35h 55m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 25/10
11:55-20:20
1 stop25h 25m
$1,382
Fastest return journey
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sat 26/9
17:20-01:10
Nonstop13h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,463
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Fri 18/9
17:20-01:10
Nonstop13h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,643
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 18/10
17:10-04:25
1 stop18h 15m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 25/10
17:55-23:20
1 stop22h 25m
$1,778
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 3/11
17:10-10:50
1 stop24h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 17/11
17:55-23:20
1 stop22h 25m
$1,778
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 10/11
17:10-10:50
1 stop24h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 14/11
22:30-23:20
1 stop17h 50m
$1,810
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
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 43 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,597). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,441). 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 12 September 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi flights typically cost between $1,363 and $2,074 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,003 on Air India (4 Oct–19 Oct).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 30% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Abu Dhabi flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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 Saturday 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 30% 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 47% 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.
Shanghai (PVG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,533.
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 13m.
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 3h 14m.
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 12 September 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.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
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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. 4 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 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Air India, IndiGo, and Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in just under 24h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11644 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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 $985 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, starting at $1,331 and $1,434 round-trip. China Eastern is currently priced 45% 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 Hainan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $368. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar 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 Condor (64%), Oman Air (64%) and Air Europa (64%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $486. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $1,282 on average, our data indicates $3,963 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,597). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,441). 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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