$666+ Cheap flights to Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DXB
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Dubai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Sun 11/1010:45
SYD
-
DXB
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1014:45
DXB
-
SYD
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,070
Mon 11/520:30
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 18/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4$1,088
Fri 29/511:00
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 5/620:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,090
Mon 18/520:30
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 23/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/4$1,094
Mon 1/620:30
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 21/620:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop34h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/4$1,097
Fri 22/510:05
SYD
-
DXB
2 stops38h 50m
China Eastern
Fri 5/620:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4$1,098
Sun 16/810:05
SYD
-
DXB
2 stops38h 55m
China Eastern
Mon 31/820:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop34h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/4$1,104
Fri 15/510:05
SYD
-
DXB
2 stops38h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 25/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop34h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/4$1,108
Sun 1/1120:40
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop33h 35m
Air China
Thu 19/1101:15
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
Air China
Deal found 15/4$1,122
Mon 2/1121:30
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop26h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 23/1121:05
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop29h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/4$1,152

Find flight deals to Dubai

Find the latest flights to Dubai in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Return from

$1,088

One-way from

$666

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,696

Good round-trip deal

$1,943 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,232 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 55m total
  • Sydney to Dubai
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 00m total
  • Sydney to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Dubai Intl.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/6

10:05-18:55

2 stops38h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 29/6

20:30-09:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,190

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

11:00-19:00

1 stop38h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/8

20:30-09:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,267

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/6

22:20-14:15

1 stop33h 55m

$1,413

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/8

10:00-19:00

2 stops39h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/8

20:30-08:00

3 stops53h 30m

$1,413

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/7

10:05-19:00

3 stops62h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sat 15/8

20:30-08:05

2 stops53h 35m

$1,441

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/6

13:00-12:20

2 stops29h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 29/6

14:50-19:20

2 stops22h 30m

$1,552

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

22:10-21:25

2 stops53h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 17/6

22:20-10:00

2 stops29h 40m

$1,764

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

22:15-02:25

1 stop34h 10m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/8

04:00-06:05

2 stops20h 05m

$1,866

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

06:00-14:10

Nonstop14h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/6

21:00-06:45

1 stop27h 45m

$1,931

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

09:50-06:00

1 stop26h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/5

03:50-06:25

1 stop20h 35m

$1,934

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights to Dubai is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 18 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern to the United Arab Emirates by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

FAQs about flying to Dubai

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai?

    If you book a flight to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Dubai Intl (DXB) is located 10.9 km from the centre of Dubai. Booking flights from Sydney to Dubai Intl should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights from 13 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Dubai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Dubai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Dubai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Dubai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Dubai?

    Dubai Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Dubai. One-way flights to Dubai Intl typically cost $84, while return flights cost around $302.

  • How much is a return flight to Dubai?

    A return flight to Dubai will typically cost around $727, however they can be found for as little as $302.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Dubai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Dubai, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Dubai Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dubai Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dubai Intl?

    Yes. Dubai Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleep 'n Fly Sleep Lounge, B-Gates Termi is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0.0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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