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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates from $525

MEL — DXB
29 Oct — 5 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Tue 20/1002:30 -
1 stop39h 25m
Sun 25/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 28/9$1,118
Sat 3/1001:30 -
1 stop34h 00m
Sun 18/1006:30 -
1 stop31h 10m
Deal found 26/9$1,161
Mon 2/1101:30 -
1 stop27h 35m
Sat 12/1216:45 -
3 stops29h 15m
Deal found 25/9$1,195
Wed 11/1101:30 -
1 stop38h 05m
Thu 19/1123:55 -
3 stops29h 15m
Deal found 27/9$1,197
Wed 11/1109:15 -
1 stop19h 50m
Wed 18/1109:55 -
3 stops28h 25m
Deal found 26/9$1,207
Mon 16/1109:15 -
1 stop19h 50m
Sat 28/1123:55 -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 27/9$1,210
Tue 10/1101:30 -
1 stop27h 35m
Wed 25/1123:40 -
3 stops29h 30m
Deal found 27/9$1,211
Thu 12/1121:00 -
2 stops42h 35m
Sat 21/1109:55 -
1 stop38h 35m
Deal found 27/9$1,224
Tue 13/1002:30 -
1 stop32h 30m
Sun 25/1013:10 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 27/9$1,238
Sun 1/1113:25 -
3 stops29h 40m
Sat 12/1216:45 -
3 stops29h 15m
Deal found 28/9$1,247
Sun 25/1001:30 -
1 stop38h 05m
Mon 2/1112:50 -
3 stops25h 30m
Deal found 27/9$1,252
Tue 20/1002:30 -
1 stop22h 15m
Thu 5/1113:10 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 28/9$1,262

Find flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Round-trip from

$1,118

One-way from

$525

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,784

Good round-trip deal

$1,624 or less

Good one-way deal

$611 or less
Air India
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  • 20/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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  • Air India
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 25m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

02:30-05:30

1 stop34h 00m

Sharjah

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$555

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

01:30-10:55

1 stop40h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$588

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

02:30-05:30

1 stop34h 00m

Sharjah

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$616

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

13:00-11:00

2 stops29h 00m

Sharjah

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$683

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 6/11

13:10-19:00

2 stops36h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$731

MelbourneSharjah

MEL Melbourne - SHJ Sharjah

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

13:25-11:10

2 stops28h 45m

Sharjah

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$733

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

16:55-23:45

2 stops37h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$782

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Mon 8/3

09:15-10:55

1 stop32h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$782

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL Melbourne - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

MELAUH

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

06:45-03:30

3 stops27h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$786

MelbourneDubai

MEL Melbourne - DXB Dubai Intl

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 29/10

13:00-16:00

2 stops34h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$788

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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 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 $1,530). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,162). 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.

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 77 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 Friday 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 7% 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, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
3,666 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
1,102 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
1,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
244 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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, IndiGo, and Etihad 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 $367. Hainan Airlines flights start at $377 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $423 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 Condor(97%), ITA Airways(97%) 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 $8,388 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is $887 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $875.

  • 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 $1,530). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,162). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$593Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$754Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China EasternCheapest$913Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,045Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,047Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,052Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$1,116Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,285Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,306Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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