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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates from $472

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
17 Mar — 24 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 15 February 2026.

Sat 23/512:00
MEL
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AUH
2 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 6/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$923
Sat 7/306:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/308:50
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$985
Mon 2/306:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/322:40
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$992
Sat 28/206:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/314:25
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$997
Thu 16/421:45
MEL
-
SHJ
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/411:25
SHJ
-
MEL
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$1,062
Tue 14/421:30
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/404:35
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,068
Mon 2/313:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops39h 10m
China Eastern
Thu 5/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2$1,072
Sat 7/313:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops43h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 9/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/2$1,075
Sun 15/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops63h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 19/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2$1,084
Thu 12/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 27/321:05
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop29h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2$1,086
Wed 18/212:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 4/323:15
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$1,088
Mon 9/322:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop25h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 16/321:05
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2$1,092

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 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$923

One-way from

$472

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,534

Good round-trip deal

$1,510 or less

Good one-way deal

$706 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/5-6/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 20m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 45m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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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 15 February 2026.
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Melbourne

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United Arab Emirates

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

06:15-07:50

2 stops32h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/3

08:50-21:20

2 stops29h 30m

$985

MelbourneSharjah

MEL - SHJ

MELSHJ

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

21:45-13:05

1 stop21h 20m

Sharjah

Mon 20/4

11:25-20:30

2 stops27h 05m

$1,062

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

13:00-01:10

2 stops43h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/3

23:30-10:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,075

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-03:35

2 stops36h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

04:35-11:45

2 stops25h 10m

$1,077

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Mon 30/3

12:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/4

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,095

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

13:00-20:45

2 stops38h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

23:15-10:00

2 stops51h 45m

$1,110

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

12:00-19:15

3 stops62h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 31/3

20:30-10:00

3 stops54h 30m

$1,122

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

12:00-18:55

1 stop37h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 19/4

20:30-12:40

1 stop34h 10m

$1,143

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

12:00-19:15

2 stops62h 15m

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/5

20:30-09:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,149

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

10:00-03:35

3 stops24h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/3

14:45-21:20

2 stops23h 35m

$1,170

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of $873). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 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 15 February 2026.

The most flights from MEL to AE0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (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 15 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
3,519 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,519 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
989 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
1,395 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 43h 10m. 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 11644 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 $345. Royal Brunei Airlines flights start at $365 while deals on Hainan Airlines start at $372 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 $3,703 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is $934 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $883.

  • 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 $873). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 February 2026.
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Cathay PacificCheapest$394Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$536Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$695Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air ChinaCheapest$855Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$865Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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China EasternCheapest$876Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,129Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,193Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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