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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates from $496

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
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 21 February 2026.

Wed 15/421:45
MEL
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AUH
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/413:10
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$959
Tue 24/322:30
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops33h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 21/521:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/2$969
Wed 11/322:05
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/421:10
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops54h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$993
Sun 15/313:10
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/308:50
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,026
Sun 15/313:10
MEL
-
SHJ
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/409:35
SHJ
-
MEL
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,061
Thu 5/313:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops43h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 8/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2$1,075
Thu 30/412:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops61h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 25/523:00
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops53h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2$1,075
Sat 1/800:35
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/817:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,077
Sun 15/322:30
MEL
-
DXB
3 stops51h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 2/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,078
Wed 25/214:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop34h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 4/321:05
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,085
Mon 23/206:15
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/320:50
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,087
Sun 15/312:00
MEL
-
AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 23/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,088

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 21 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$959

One-way from

$496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,534

Good round-trip deal

$1,514 or less

Good one-way deal

$718 or less
15/4-21/4
  • 15/4-21/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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8/3
  • 8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 21 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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United Arab Emirates

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Depart

Return

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MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

21:45-19:25

2 stops27h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

13:10-20:30

2 stops25h 20m

$959

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

12:00-19:00

2 stops61h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 25/5

23:00-10:00

2 stops53h 00m

$1,075

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

11:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

23:20-12:40

1 stop31h 20m

$1,089

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

22:30-19:15

1 stop27h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/3

20:45-10:00

2 stops30h 15m

$1,101

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

21:45-12:20

2 stops20h 35m

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/7

21:00-05:30

2 stops50h 30m

$1,102

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

11:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 10/8

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,113

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

13:00-09:10

2 stops26h 10m

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/5

11:55-20:30

2 stops26h 35m

$1,149

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-03:50

3 stops60h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

22:30-11:45

2 stops55h 15m

$1,162

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

22:30-19:15

1 stop27h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

21:05-14:05

1 stop34h 00m

$1,183

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

11:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 27/4

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,184

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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.
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of $875). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,262). 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 21 February 2026.

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

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 21 February 2026.

The most flights from MEL to AE0 are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 106 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 21 February 2026.
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
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
995 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,406 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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

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 Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Airlines like China Eastern fly from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in about 61h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Melbourne Airport and United Arab Emirates are separated by a distance of 11637 km.

  • 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 China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $346. Royal Brunei Airlines flights start at $366 while deals on Hainan Airlines start at $373 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 - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl or Melbourne - Sharjah, 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 Qantas Airways(81%), Emirates(81%) or ITA Airways(80%), 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 $2,616 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is $910 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $905.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of $875). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,262). 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 21 February 2026.
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Cathay PacificCheapest$395Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$537Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$852Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air ChinaCheapest$866Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$868Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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China EasternCheapest$879Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$988Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,197Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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