Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,495

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
1 Apr — 8 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 2 March 2026.

Tue 14/411:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 28/420:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/2AED 2,743
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
Thu 12/313:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 45m
China Eastern
Sat 21/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
3 stops34h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2AED 2,762
Tue 12/521:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop32h 00m
China Southern
Mon 18/519:55
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 27/2AED 2,765
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 10/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops54h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/3AED 2,773
Fri 29/500:35
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop26h 05m
Cebu Pacific
Wed 24/619:40
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Cebu Pacific
Deal found 1/3AED 2,780
Thu 4/612:00
MEL
-
DXB
3 stops37h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 12/623:00
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops53h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/2AED 2,784
Thu 5/322:30
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops51h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 12/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/2AED 2,791
Wed 13/511:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops38h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 19/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2AED 2,802
Sat 2/521:30
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops52h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 23/520:30
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops58h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2AED 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

Find 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 2 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,743

One-way from

AED 1,495

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 3,856
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/4-28/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Cebu Pacific
  • Cebu Pacific
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (AED 897 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 246 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

13:00-19:15

3 stops61h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

18:55-11:00

3 stops33h 05m

AED 2,791

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 3,078

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

11:00-18:55

1 stop37h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 18/5

20:30-09:00

1 stop30h 30m

AED 3,089

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

21:30-19:00

2 stops51h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/4

20:30-09:00

1 stop30h 30m

AED 3,114

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:00-19:00

2 stops38h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/6

20:30-12:40

1 stop34h 10m

AED 3,118

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

11:00-19:00

3 stops38h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 24/4

23:00-09:00

2 stops52h 00m

AED 3,243

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

23:30-10:10

2 stops40h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 21/5

19:55-11:15

2 stops33h 20m

AED 4,495

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

15:45-03:25

1 stop17h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/6

05:50-04:55

1 stop17h 05m

AED 4,675

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:45-03:25

1 stop17h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/5

05:50-04:55

1 stop17h 05m

AED 4,675

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

15:45-03:25

1 stop17h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/5

05:50-04:55

1 stop17h 05m

AED 4,675

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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 27 February 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of AED 2,270). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,276). 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 2 March 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 2 March 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

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 17h 40m. Fly via China Eastern or Qatar Airways 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 4,544), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Dubai.

  • 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 ITA Airways(82%), Qantas Airways(82%) or Emirates(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai (average of AED 2,270). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,276). 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 4,544AverageAED 5,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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