Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from $590

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Dubai Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Sat 2/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 11/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$1,023
Sat 2/521:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 10/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,034
Fri 1/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 8/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$1,056
Fri 8/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 15/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,081
Tue 21/411:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 28/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$1,108
Sat 25/421:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 2/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/3$1,111
Sat 30/521:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 1/920:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/3$1,112
Sun 14/611:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 20/620:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,115
Tue 5/521:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 20/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,118
Sun 18/1020:40
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop32h 40m
Air China
Fri 30/1001:15
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,120
Tue 21/721:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop32h 00m
China Southern
Mon 7/901:00
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 24/3$1,137
Thu 11/612:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop17h 00m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Thu 30/705:15
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop18h 15m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,141

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Dubai (DXB). 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,023

One-way from

$590

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,529

Good round-trip deal

$1,432 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,214 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
20/4
  • 20/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Dubai Intl.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Dubai 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 26 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

23:30-18:55

2 stops49h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

19:55-11:15

2 stops33h 20m

$1,883

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

12:00-19:00

2 stops61h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

20:30-10:00

3 stops55h 30m

$1,911

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

13:25-10:10

2 stops26h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/5

11:00-16:50

2 stops23h 50m

$2,070

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

22:55-06:50

Nonstop13h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 15/6

02:40-21:50

Nonstop13h 10m

$2,096

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

22:55-06:50

Nonstop13h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

02:40-21:50

Nonstop13h 10m

$2,149

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

15:55-04:50

1 stop18h 55m

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

02:40-21:50

Nonstop13h 10m

$2,156
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

05:15-13:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

02:40-21:50

Nonstop13h 10m

$2,165
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

21:30-19:00

1 stop27h 30m

$672

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

11:00-19:00

2 stops38h 00m

$699

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

12:00-10:50

2 stops28h 50m

$741

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of $890). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 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 Dubai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

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 26 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, such as Emirates,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Melbourne?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dubai Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 17 airlines have flights to the Dubai airport from Melbourne. It is only a 10.9 km journey from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    For as low as $2,096, Oman Air can have you in Dubai from Melbourne Airport in 13h 55m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Dubai is about 11637 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $400, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Dubai and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Batik Air and Sichuan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $544 and $601, respectively. These flights start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dubai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Royal Brunei Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $371. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $409 while deals on Cebu Pacific start at $431 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai are Qantas Airways (69%), Emirates (69%) and ITA Airways (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,097 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is $1,020 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $1,034.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, French Concession and Shanghai Disneyland are located about 32.7 km, 32.8 km, and 14.1 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Dubai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai 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 Dubai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of $890). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$400Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$544Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$601Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$842Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Air ChinaCheapest$864Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$875Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China EasternCheapest$891Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,205Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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