Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,249
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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUH
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 November 2025.
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - AUH
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,571
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - AUH
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,585
Mon 10/1113:00MEL - AUH
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1122:40AUH - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,589
Mon 17/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1122:40AUH - MEL
3 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,611
Mon 10/1122:30MEL - AUH
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 15/1123:30AUH - MEL
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/11AED 2,637
Mon 17/1117:25MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,640
Mon 10/1118:00MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,648
Mon 10/1118:00MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,662
Mon 10/1113:10MEL - AUH
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1122:40AUH - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,699
Mon 17/1115:00MEL - AUH
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1114:15AUH - MEL
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,703
Sun 16/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1108:05AUH - MEL
3 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,740
Best flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Mon 17/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1122:40AUH - MEL
3 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,611
Sun 30/1112:00MEL - AUH
1 stop40h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 5/1223:30AUH - MEL
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/11AED 2,747
Sun 16/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1108:05AUH - MEL
3 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,740
Mon 17/1112:00MEL - AUH
1 stop39h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 21/1123:30AUH - MEL
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/11AED 2,809
Sun 30/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1222:15AUH - MEL
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,993
Sun 7/1212:00MEL - AUH
1 stop40h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 14/1223:30AUH - MEL
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/11AED 3,331
Tue 18/1113:10MEL - AUH
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1108:50AUH - MEL
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 3,261
Tue 2/1212:00MEL - AUH
1 stop40h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 9/1221:20AUH - MEL
3 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/11AED 3,478
Mon 9/322:30MEL - AUH
1 stop29h 40mChina Eastern
Fri 13/323:30AUH - MEL
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/11AED 3,558
Direct flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Sun 16/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/1120:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,150
Wed 22/417:10MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 28/420:30AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,216
Mon 17/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/1120:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,238
Tue 18/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/1120:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,245
Tue 18/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 20/1120:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,392
Tue 14/417:10MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/420:30AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11AED 4,421
Sun 16/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/1120:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11AED 4,487
Mon 9/318:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 13/320:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11AED 4,491
Sun 30/1118:20MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/1220:40AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11AED 4,521
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated 6 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 10/1113:00MEL - AUH
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1122:40AUH - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,589
Mon 10/1122:30MEL - AUH
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 15/1123:30AUH - MEL
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/11AED 2,637
Mon 10/1118:00MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,648
Mon 10/1118:00MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,662
Mon 10/1113:10MEL - AUH
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1122:40AUH - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,699
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - AUH
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,571
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - AUH
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 2,585
Sun 16/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1108:05AUH - MEL
3 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,740
Mon 17/1107:45MEL - AUH
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1122:40AUH - MEL
3 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,611
Mon 17/1117:25MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1104:30AUH - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,640
Mon 17/1115:00MEL - AUH
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1114:15AUH - MEL
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 2,703
One-way flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Sun 1/213:10MEL - AUH
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,249
Wed 3/1201:00MEL - AUH
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,344
Tue 2/1207:45MEL - AUH
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,351
Wed 3/1207:45MEL - AUH
3 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,373
Wed 12/1113:10MEL - AUH
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,388
Wed 21/113:10MEL - AUH
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11AED 1,429
Thu 16/400:30MEL - AUH
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11AED 1,432
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.
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Price
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Mon 17/11
07:45-12:55
3 stops36h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 20/11
22:40-05:40
3 stops24h 00m
AED 2,611
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 16/11
07:45-07:55
3 stops31h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 19/11
08:05-21:20
3 stops30h 15m
AED 2,740
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 30/11
12:00-21:10
1 stop40h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 5/12
23:30-10:00
1 stop27h 30m
AED 2,747
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Mon 17/11
12:00-20:30
1 stop39h 30m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 21/11
23:30-10:00
1 stop27h 30m
AED 2,809
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 30/11
07:45-07:50
3 stops31h 05m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 5/12
22:15-07:25
2 stops26h 10m
AED 2,993
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 18/11
13:10-23:20
1 stop17h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 21/11
08:50-21:20
2 stops29h 30m
AED 3,261
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Sun 7/12
12:00-21:10
1 stop40h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 14/12
23:30-10:00
1 stop27h 30m
AED 3,331
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 2/12
12:00-21:10
1 stop40h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 9/12
21:20-11:00
3 stops30h 40m
AED 3,478
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Mon 9/3
22:30-21:10
1 stop29h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 13/3
23:30-14:05
1 stop31h 35m
AED 3,558
MelbourneAbu Dhabi
MEL - AUH
MELAUH
Melbourne
Tue 2/12
07:45-12:55
3 stops36h 10m
AED 1,351
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,257). 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 AUH?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. 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 6 November 2025.
The most flights from MEL to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Abu Dhabi flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?
Sunday 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 Abu Dhabi flights?
Over the past year, ITA Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 6 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Mediocre is the best description. It isn't bad but it's unfortunately got excellent competitors - Qatar and Emirates. Old product, crew that seems to not know what is found, food not offered or served till mid way thru the flight. Four flights this trip with Etihad, underwhelming.
Mediocre is the best description. It isn't bad but it's unfortunately got excellent competitors - Qatar and Emirates. Old product, crew that seems to not know what is found, food not offered or served till mid way thru the flight. Four flights this trip with Etihad, underwhelming.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Melbourne?
For a flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi, you will be flying into Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28.0 km from the centre vof the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
China Eastern can get you from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in just under 40h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Melbourne Airport and Abu Dhabi is about 11644 km.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?
Etihad Airways, at AED 3,639, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi.. Etihad Airways is currently priced 12% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Melbourne Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Oman Air (68%), Air Europa (68%), Etihad Airways( 68%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 3,113. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 2,640 on average, our data indicates AED 4,197 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,257). 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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