Cheap flights from Melbourne to Dubai, United Arab Emirates

MEL — DXB
17 May — 24 May1
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 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,842

One-way from

AED 1,755

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 4,260
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 762 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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.
Estimated return price
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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 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Dubai is 86 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai (average of AED 1,858). Flying from Melbourne to Dubai in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,478). 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 17 April 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne 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 17 April 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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 2 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 13h 55m. Fly via Oman Air or Qantas Airways 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 Emirates (53%), Qantas Airways (53%) or ITA Airways (50%) 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dubai (average of AED 1,858). Flying from Melbourne to Dubai in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,478). 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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Alternative routes for Melbourne to Dubai

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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Dubai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Melbourne to Dubai. 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 4,544AverageAED 5,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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