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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,498

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Dubai Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 February 2026.

Thu 11/612:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop17h 00m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Thu 30/705:15
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop18h 15m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 26/2AED 2,754
Tue 10/306:15
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/306:05
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2AED 2,776
Fri 13/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 20/323:15
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops52h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/2AED 2,780
Sat 2/521:30
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops52h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 23/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops58h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/2AED 2,798
Tue 24/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops39h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 21/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/2AED 2,802
Thu 5/301:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/314:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2AED 2,806
Tue 3/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops62h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 10/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops34h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/2AED 2,809
Sat 7/313:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops37h 15m
China Eastern
Sat 14/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/2AED 2,813
Sun 1/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 15m
China Eastern
Sun 8/321:05
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/2AED 2,817
Sun 12/411:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Sun 19/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/2AED 2,820
Sat 7/313:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop18h 40m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sat 14/305:45
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 25/2AED 2,828
Mon 20/406:00
AVV
-
DXB
2 stops42h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/420:30
DXB
-
AVV
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2AED 3,316

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Dubai (DXB). 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 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,754

One-way from

AED 1,498

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May

Average price

AED 3,977
Royal Brunei Airlines
  • Royal Brunei Airlines
  • 11/6-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
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  • 20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Dubai 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 27 February 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 24/3

22:30-20:45

2 stops53h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 21/5

20:30-12:40

3 stops34h 10m

AED 2,831

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:00-19:15

3 stops62h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

20:45-11:00

2 stops31h 15m

AED 2,956

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/4

22:20-14:10

1 stop33h 50m

AED 3,066

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

11:00-19:55

2 stops38h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 23/4

20:30-12:40

2 stops34h 10m

AED 3,077

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

22:30-19:15

1 stop27h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/3

18:55-14:05

1 stop36h 10m

AED 3,276

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:00-19:15

1 stop38h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/3

21:05-14:05

1 stop34h 00m

AED 3,279

MelbourneDubai

AVV - DXB

AVVDXB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 20/4

06:00-18:55

2 stops42h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 23/4

20:30-22:50

2 stops44h 20m

AED 3,316

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 11/4

12:00-18:55

2 stops36h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/4

20:30-12:40

2 stops58h 10m

AED 3,804

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

11:00-18:55

1 stop37h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/4

20:30-09:00

2 stops54h 30m

AED 3,826

MelbourneDubai

AVV - DXB

AVVDXB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 25/3

17:55-05:45

1 stop18h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/4

04:00-07:00

2 stops21h 00m

AED 4,429

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Dubai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Dubai is 61 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai (average of AED 1,594). Flying from Melbourne to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,272). 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 DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 February 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Dubai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Dubai. 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 27 February 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Dubai?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Dubai delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Dubai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 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 Dubai 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 Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 27 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Dubai, such as Emirates. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from Melbourne. On average, Dubai Intl has 9 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10.9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Dubai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Dubai in 29h 50m. Fly via China Eastern or Sichuan Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11637 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Dubai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Dubai return from AED 4,544.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Consider Qantas Airways (81%), Emirates (81%) or ITA Airways (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai 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 to Dubai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai (average of AED 1,594). Flying from Melbourne to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,272). 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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EmiratesCheapestAED 4,544AverageAED 5,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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