Cheap flights from Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates from $500

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,053

One-way from

$500

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,737
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/10-7/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 55m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
26/9
  • 26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 05m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($250 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Thu 6/1122:45MEL - AUH
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1114:15AUH - MEL
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$983
Thu 6/1112:00MEL - AUH
1 stop39h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 9/1123:30AUH - MEL
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/8$1,050
Tue 21/1012:00MEL - AUH
1 stop40h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 7/1123:30AUH - MEL
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/8$1,053
Tue 23/920:20MEL - DXB
1 stop30h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 23/1022:20DXB - MEL
1 stop34h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,116
Tue 23/921:30MEL - DXB
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 12/1020:30DXB - MEL
1 stop30h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/8$1,119
Tue 2/912:05MEL - DXB
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/908:50DXB - MEL
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,121
Sun 12/1013:05MEL - DXB
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1017:00DXB - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,124
Tue 21/1022:30MEL - AUH
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1113:10AUH - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,127
Wed 3/907:00MEL - DXB
3 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/908:50DXB - MEL
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,130
Fri 7/1113:35MEL - DXB
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1122:05DXB - MEL
3 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,132
Sun 2/1101:25MEL - DXB
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1119:55DXB - MEL
3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,133
Sat 8/1122:30MEL - DXB
1 stop27h 45mChina Eastern
Sat 15/1118:55DXB - MEL
1 stop32h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/8$1,135

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Melbourne

Fly to

United Arab Emirates

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

07:00-22:55

3 stops46h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/10

13:40-21:20

2 stops24h 40m

$968

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

12:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 27/11

23:30-14:05

1 stop31h 35m

$1,049

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

12:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/10

23:20-10:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,049

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 12/11

12:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 15/11

23:30-14:05

1 stop31h 35m

$1,053

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

12:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 7/11

23:30-14:05

1 stop31h 35m

$1,053

MelbourneSharjah

MEL - SHJ

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

07:00-00:05

3 stops47h 05m

Sharjah

Sat 6/9

03:05-20:15

2 stops35h 10m

$1,080

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

21:45-23:15

3 stops31h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/9

18:45-06:15

2 stops29h 30m

$1,107

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

11:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 14/9

23:20-12:40

1 stop31h 20m

$1,115

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 23/9

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Thu 23/10

22:20-15:20

1 stop34h 00m

$1,116

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

11:00-19:00

2 stops38h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 16/9

20:30-09:00

3 stops30h 30m

$1,139

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,471). 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 AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne 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 August 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to AE0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, China Southern, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

    Before booking your flight to United Arab Emirates from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (93%), Emirates (93%), Condor( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates is $651. On average you can expect to pay $5,933. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for $997.

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,471). 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 Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$884Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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China EasternCheapest$899Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$899Average$1,713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$921Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$946Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,070Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,130Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,185Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,300Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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