Cheap flights from Australia to the United Arab Emirates from $438

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DXB
17 Mar — 24 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to United Arab Emirates

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Cheapest flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 February 2026.

Sat 23/512:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 6/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$923
Mon 27/404:40
PER
-
DXB
3 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/504:00
DXB
-
PER
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$942
Thu 19/223:15
PER
-
DXB
1 stop31h 10m
Batik Air
Wed 25/204:00
DXB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Batik Air
Deal found 11/2$945
Thu 19/305:35
PER
-
DXB
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/321:20
DXB
-
PER
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$947
Tue 17/223:15
PER
-
DXB
1 stop31h 10m
Batik Air
Mon 23/204:00
DXB
-
PER
1 stop16h 40m
Batik Air
Deal found 12/2$956
Sun 1/301:40
PER
-
DXB
1 stop28h 45m
Batik Air
Mon 9/304:00
DXB
-
PER
2 stops37h 45m
Batik Air
Deal found 13/2$962
Thu 5/323:10
PER
-
DXB
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/304:00
DXB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$980
Tue 10/322:55
PER
-
DXB
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/304:00
DXB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$982
Sat 7/306:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/308:50
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$985
Wed 18/220:40
PER
-
DXB
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/206:05
DXB
-
PER
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$986
Mon 2/306:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/322:40
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$992
Tue 3/301:40
PER
-
DXB
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/312:15
DXB
-
PER
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$995

Find flight deals from Australia to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$923

One-way from

$438

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,565

Good round-trip deal

$1,510 or less

Good one-way deal

$638 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/5-6/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 20m total
  • Australia to United Arab Emirates
2/5
  • 2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 20m total
  • Australia to United Arab Emirates
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates 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 15 February 2026.
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MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

12:00-20:30

2 stops38h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 6/6

21:10-10:00

2 stops30h 50m

$923

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Mon 27/4

04:40-12:35

3 stops35h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/5

04:00-00:35

1 stop16h 35m

$942

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Tue 10/3

22:55-20:30

1 stop25h 35m

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/3

04:00-05:50

1 stop21h 50m

$982

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Tue 3/3

01:40-02:25

1 stop28h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/3

12:15-19:35

2 stops27h 20m

$995

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Thu 26/2

01:40-02:25

1 stop28h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/3

23:10-04:30

2 stops25h 20m

$1,002

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Sat 28/3

05:15-09:10

2 stops31h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sat 4/4

04:00-00:35

1 stop16h 35m

$1,033

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

13:00-01:10

2 stops43h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/3

23:30-10:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,075

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-03:35

2 stops36h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

04:35-11:45

2 stops25h 10m

$1,077

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Fri 13/3

17:45-06:00

1 stop16h 15m

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/3

21:00-04:15

1 stop27h 15m

$1,088

PerthDubai

PER - DXB

PERDXB

Perth

Mon 30/3

05:15-02:25

1 stop25h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/4

20:50-04:15

2 stops27h 25m

$1,092

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates (average of $632). Flying from Australia to United Arab Emirates in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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 AU to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 February 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to United Arab Emirates. 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 15 February 2026.

The most flights from AU0 to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from Australia to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Australia and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to the United Arab Emirates 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 15 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to the United Arab Emirates, such as Emirates, Qantas Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Australia to United Arab Emirates flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates?

    A quick flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates can take about 30h. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,156. Airlines will cover a distance of 12035 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    $280 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Royal Brunei Airlines, with prices starting from $345 and $365, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to United Arab Emirates 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 Australia to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to United Arab Emirates (average of $632). Flying from Australia to United Arab Emirates in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,003). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to United Arab Emirates. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$394Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$536Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$551Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$685Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$724Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$806Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air ChinaCheapest$855Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$876Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$910Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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