Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,653

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
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 Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 3,136

One-way from

AED 1,653

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 4,532

Good round-trip deal

AED 4,926 or less
25/1-1/2
  • 25/1-1/2
  • 6 total stops
  • 70h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (AED 887 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 241 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Dubai Intl.

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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 15 January 2026.

Sun 25/120:45
MEL
-
DXB
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/220:20
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1AED 3,136
Sun 22/221:40
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop29h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 1/322:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/1AED 3,151
Sat 28/321:40
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/414:50
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1AED 3,158
Sat 28/222:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 45m
China Eastern
Sat 7/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1AED 3,169
Fri 1/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Thu 7/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/1AED 3,173
Fri 1/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop37h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 8/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1AED 3,177
Sat 24/113:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/209:55
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1AED 3,180
Thu 2/412:00
MEL
-
DXB
3 stops62h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1AED 3,184
Sat 14/213:10
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/202:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1AED 3,188
Sat 21/322:30
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1AED 3,191
Wed 25/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 30/323:00
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops53h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/1AED 3,195

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/3

22:30-14:30

1 stop33h 00m

AED 3,151

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/7

22:20-14:20

1 stop34h 00m

AED 3,199

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

13:30-01:10

1 stop18h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/2

22:30-14:30

1 stop33h 00m

AED 3,298

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

22:30-19:15

1 stop27h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 13/4

23:00-10:00

2 stops53h 00m

AED 3,793

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

07:45-02:25

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/2

04:00-05:40

2 stops18h 40m

AED 3,896

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

07:45-02:25

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/2

04:00-05:40

2 stops18h 40m

AED 4,062

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

15:00-10:00

2 stops50h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 27/3

11:20-09:25

2 stops39h 05m

AED 4,286

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

10:20-18:25

1 stop39h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/3

21:25-04:10

2 stops23h 45m

AED 4,374

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

08:45-20:10

2 stops42h 25m

Dubai Intl

Fri 27/3

22:20-09:25

2 stops28h 05m

AED 4,451

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

23:40-10:25

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 26/2

22:50-23:20

1 stop17h 30m

AED 4,506

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 9 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Dubai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of AED 1,906). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,224). 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 15 January 2026.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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.

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

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 15 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates from Melbourne Airport to Dubai 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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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 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?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dubai Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Dubai airport from Melbourne. It is only a 10.9 km journey from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in 19h 30m. Fly via Sichuan Airlines, Batik Air, or Philippine Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and Dubai are separated by a distance of 11637 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Emirates (AED 4,008), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Dubai. Users have found that Emirates is 3% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai consider choosing Qantas Airways(73%), Emirates(73%) or Condor(71%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai? While on average our users pay AED 5,083, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 4,773. The most popular route (Melbourne - Dubai Intl), is priced around AED 2,262.

  • 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 Airport to Dubai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of AED 1,906). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,224). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 4,008AverageAED 5,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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