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Cheap flights from Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates from $492

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

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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 22 January 2026.

Fri 13/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 1/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,219
Fri 6/207:45
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/322:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,223
Tue 3/221:40
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop29h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 11/222:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,225
Wed 4/222:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop25h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 7/218:55
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,228
Thu 25/620:20
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop30h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 30/722:20
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,236
Thu 4/601:25
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/616:00
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,238
Sun 8/301:30
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/320:50
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,239
Fri 6/221:40
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop29h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 11/222:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,241
Sat 30/501:25
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/613:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,242
Sat 30/501:25
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/614:50
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,244
Sun 6/911:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops62h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 17/1120:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,251
Wed 21/101:30
MEL
-
DXB
3 stops46h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/212:25
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,253

Find 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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,219

One-way from

$492

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,827
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 13/3-1/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 15m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($142 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

06:15-09:15

2 stops34h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/2

18:55-05:40

3 stops27h 45m

$1,242

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/4

22:20-14:20

1 stop34h 00m

$1,275

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/2

22:30-14:30

1 stop33h 00m

$1,276

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

06:15-09:15

2 stops34h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/2

06:05-05:40

3 stops40h 35m

$1,291

MelbourneDubai

AVV - DXB

AVVDXB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/2

06:00-22:45

3 stops47h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/2

14:45-23:15

3 stops25h 30m

$1,379

MelbourneSharjah

MEL - SHJ

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

00:30-13:15

1 stop19h 45m

Sharjah

Tue 24/3

07:35-20:50

2 stops30h 15m

$1,396

MelbourneDubai

AVV - DXB

AVVDXB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 7/3

15:00-19:15

2 stops35h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

18:55-20:20

2 stops42h 25m

$1,426

MelbourneSharjah

MEL - SHJ

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

15:10-13:15

1 stop29h 05m

Sharjah

Thu 26/2

21:30-08:30

2 stops28h 00m

$1,500

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

22:30-21:10

1 stop29h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 21/3

21:20-11:00

3 stops30h 40m

$1,539

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

18:20-01:10

Nonstop13h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 23/3

20:40-17:00

Nonstop13h 20m

$1,561

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates (average of $699). Flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,303). 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 22 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates as you normally would.

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 22 January 2026.

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

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

About 11% of weekly flights between Melbourne and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% 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 22 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andEtihad 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,374 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
China Southern
7.3
Good
135 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates can take about 13h 50m. Sichuan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,561. The distance from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates is about 11644 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates 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 $383. Hainan Airlines flights start at $390 while deals on Batik Air start at $416 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates is Melbourne - Dubai Intl. You may also consider Melbourne Avalon - Dubai Intl or Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • 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 (75%), Emirates (75%), Condor( 74%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates is $1,196. On average you can expect to pay $3,843. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for $909.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to United Arab Emirates.

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

    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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates (average of $699). Flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,303). 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$412Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$562Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$729Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$888Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$896Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China EasternCheapest$916Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,033Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,251Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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