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Flights to Middle East in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Middle East
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Middle East. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Wed 28/1016:35
SYD
-
AUH
Nonstop14h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/1209:50
AUH
-
SYD
Nonstop13h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4$824
Sun 25/1016:35
SYD
-
AUH
Nonstop14h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/1209:50
AUH
-
SYD
Nonstop13h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4$902
Sun 17/515:40
SYD
-
MCT
1 stop17h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 24/523:50
MCT
-
SYD
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4$950
Mon 8/621:30
SYD
-
MCT
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/604:30
MCT
-
SYD
1 stop30h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3$1,018
Tue 2/610:05
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop42h 55m
China Southern
Mon 8/601:00
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 30/3$1,039
Sun 13/911:40
SYD
-
DOH
1 stop18h 20m
Garuda Indonesia
Mon 21/902:25
DOH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 15m
Garuda Indonesia
Deal found 31/3$1,079
Thu 12/1122:10
SYD
-
DXB
2 stops53h 40m
China Southern
Tue 17/1123:00
DXB
-
SYD
2 stops38h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 29/3$1,110
Mon 27/411:00
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Mon 4/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop34h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/3$1,120
Sun 26/411:00
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop38h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 3/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3$1,121
Tue 28/411:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 5/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/3$1,121
Fri 15/520:30
SYD
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 23/520:30
DXB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/4$1,123
Thu 14/511:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 21/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/3$1,124

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Find the latest flights to Middle East 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 2 April 2026.

Return from

$1,997

One-way from

$532

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,911

Good round-trip deal

$1,580 or less

Good one-way deal

$819 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 20m total
  • Sydney to Tel Aviv
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Sydney to Middle East
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Middle East.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyMuscat

SYD - MCT

SYDMCT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

15:40-10:40

1 stop25h 00m

Muscat Seeb

Sun 24/5

18:35-16:50

1 stop16h 15m

$998

SydneyMuscat

SYD - MCT

SYDMCT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

15:40-15:45

1 stop30h 05m

Muscat Seeb

Wed 10/6

23:50-06:10

1 stop24h 20m

$1,020

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

11:00-19:00

1 stop38h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 27/5

20:30-12:35

1 stop34h 05m

$1,292

SydneyJeddah

SYD - JED

SYDJED

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

13:00-20:20

1 stop38h 20m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 20/5

15:20-16:50

1 stop18h 30m

$1,298

SydneyMuscat

SYD - MCT

SYDMCT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

09:45-06:00

2 stops26h 15m

Muscat Seeb

Fri 22/5

23:50-06:10

1 stop24h 20m

$1,340

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 25/5

22:20-14:15

1 stop33h 55m

$1,435

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 24/5

22:20-14:15

1 stop33h 55m

$1,435

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

22:20-14:15

1 stop33h 55m

$1,471

SydneyJeddah

SYD - JED

SYDJED

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

21:00-08:40

1 stop42h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 22/5

03:10-06:10

1 stop20h 00m

$1,574

SydneyDubai

SYD - DXB

SYDDXB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

20:30-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

20:30-12:35

1 stop34h 05m

$1,646

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Middle East

How long is the flight to Middle East?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Middle East takes 22 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Middle East from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Middle East?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Middle East. Price data was last updated on 6 December 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Middle East should consider flying on Saturday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Middle East?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Middle East are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $934
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $1,121
Emirates
Emirates
From $1,120
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,518

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Middle East?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Middle East are Cebu Pacific, Hainan Airlines and Scoot.

Rainfall in Middle East by month

Plan your trip to Middle East by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Middle East ranges from 0.0 - 127.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 127.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Middle East when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Middle East by month

Plan your trip to Middle East by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Middle East, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Middle East?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Middle East in the last few years. This data was updated on 2 April 2026.
The most popular places in Middle East to fly to are United Arab Emirates, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Israel.

Reviews of airlines servicing Middle East

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Middle East. 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 Middle East. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Middle East, such as Emirates,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,290 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Middle East

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Middle East 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 Middle East on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Middle East?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cebu Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Middle East.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Middle East?

    Abha is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Middle East. One-way flights to Abha typically cost $45, while return flights cost around $66.

  • How much is a return flight to Middle East?

    A return flight to Middle East will typically cost around $623, however they can be found for as little as $358.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Middle East depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Middle East, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 0 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. Homestay - Villa room in Dubai-private is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0.0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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