Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates from $604

MEL — DXB
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Tue 13/1001:30 -
2 stops33h 05m
Wed 21/1007:00 -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 30/8$1,126
Sat 3/1012:00 -
1 stop18h 35m
Mon 19/1008:45 -
2 stops29h 35m
Deal found 26/8$1,132
Fri 2/1001:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Mon 19/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 26/8$1,211
Wed 21/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Tue 27/1013:40 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 31/8$1,223
Tue 13/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Wed 21/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 30/8$1,245
Tue 29/901:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Thu 15/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 29/8$1,246
Fri 16/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 25/1013:40 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 29/8$1,248
Thu 1/1001:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 18/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 26/8$1,250
Wed 30/901:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sat 10/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 29/8$1,262
Sun 11/1013:00 -
2 stops21h 30m
Sun 18/1017:00 -
2 stops21h 20m
Deal found 27/8$1,266
Mon 5/1006:15 -
2 stops31h 25m
Tue 13/1017:00 -
2 stops21h 20m
Deal found 26/8$1,269
Mon 19/1014:00 -
2 stops23h 40m
Fri 23/1014:50 -
2 stops23h 30m
Deal found 28/8$1,274

Find flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Round-trip from

$1,126

One-way from

$604

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,975

Good round-trip deal

$1,633 or less

Good one-way deal

$576 or less
13/10-21/10
  • 13/10-21/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 35m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
Search Deals
20/10
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($174 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

01:30-10:55

1 stop39h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

11:55-20:40

1 stop25h 45m

$1,211

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

12:00-06:00

1 stop24h 00m

Sharjah

Mon 19/10

07:50-10:25

1 stop19h 35m

$1,439

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

15:50-12:15

1 stop27h 25m

Sharjah

Fri 30/10

14:35-21:20

2 stops23h 45m

$1,467

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

13:00-00:20

1 stop18h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 26/10

14:15-11:00

1 stop37h 45m

$1,506

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

08:00-06:20

2 stops29h 20m

Sharjah

Wed 28/10

14:35-21:20

2 stops23h 45m

$1,668
Fastest return journey

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

17:20-01:10

Nonstop13h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

20:40-16:50

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,700

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

12:00-00:35

1 stop18h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 26/9

04:35-10:00

2 stops23h 25m

$1,765

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

18:20-01:10

Nonstop13h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/11

20:40-17:00

Nonstop13h 20m

$1,814

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

07:45-20:25

2 stops42h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/10

20:55-09:20

2 stops29h 25m

$1,851

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-17:50

1 stop25h 05m

Sharjah

Sun 8/11

23:55-17:50

1 stop34h 55m

$1,912

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/8

Showing 1-10 of 37 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
4

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of $1,474). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,031). 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?

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates

The most flights from MEL to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

About 13% of weekly flights between Melbourne and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 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 Saturday 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 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,087 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,529 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Air India, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways fly from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in about 13h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 35m. Melbourne Airport and United Arab Emirates are separated by a distance of 11644 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 $358. Hainan Airlines flights start at $368 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $413 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates, consider Melbourne - Dubai Intl, Melbourne - Sharjah or Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates consider choosing Condor(98%), ITA Airways(98%) or Emirates(94%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $7,424 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is $1,091 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $1,197.

  • 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 Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of $1,474). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,031). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$579Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Cebu PacificCheapest$798Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Search Cebu Pacific flights
China EasternCheapest$889Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Air ChinaCheapest$1,022Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
China SouthernCheapest$1,109Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search China Southern flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,210Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,255Average$1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,332Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Air IndiaCheapest$1,429Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air India flights

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to United Arab Emirates from Melbourne shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.