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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates from AED 1,245

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DXB
18 Mar — 25 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 February 2026.

Sat 23/512:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops38h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 6/621:10
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2AED 2,398
Mon 16/322:35
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/308:50
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2AED 2,501
Mon 2/306:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/322:40
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2AED 2,578
Sat 28/206:15
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/314:25
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2AED 2,593
Mon 16/322:30
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops57h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 23/321:20
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops54h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/2AED 2,696
Mon 2/313:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops39h 10m
China Eastern
Thu 5/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2AED 2,788
Tue 14/421:30
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/400:30
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2AED 2,799
Sat 14/313:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops43h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 21/321:20
AUH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/2AED 2,802
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
-
AUH
2 stops68h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 18/323:30
AUH
-
MEL
3 stops52h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/2AED 2,817
Sun 15/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
2 stops63h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 19/320:45
DXB
-
MEL
2 stops31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2AED 2,817
Thu 12/312:00
MEL
-
DXB
1 stop38h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 27/321:05
DXB
-
MEL
1 stop29h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/2AED 2,824
Sat 21/212:00
MEL
-
AUH
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 21/523:20
AUH
-
MEL
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/2AED 2,828

Find flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 16 February 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,398

One-way from

AED 1,245

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 3,989

Good round-trip deal

AED 4,666 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/5-6/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 20m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 35m total
  • Melbourne to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (AED 866 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 240 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates 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 16 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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United Arab Emirates

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Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

12:00-20:30

2 stops38h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 6/6

21:10-10:00

2 stops30h 50m

AED 2,398

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-03:35

2 stops36h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

04:35-11:45

2 stops25h 10m

AED 2,777

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

12:00-19:15

1 stop38h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

18:55-14:05

1 stop36h 10m

AED 2,843

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Mon 30/3

12:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/4

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

AED 2,846

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-19:15

2 stops38h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/4

20:30-10:00

1 stop30h 30m

AED 2,872

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

13:00-21:10

3 stops39h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 23/3

21:20-14:05

2 stops33h 45m

AED 2,924

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

22:30-14:30

1 stop33h 00m

AED 3,052

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

13:10-23:20

1 stop17h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/3

22:40-21:20

2 stops39h 40m

AED 3,052

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

21:40-20:30

1 stop29h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/3

22:30-14:30

1 stop33h 00m

AED 3,052

MelbourneDubai

MEL - DXB

MELDXB

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

20:20-20:20

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 11/4

22:20-14:10

1 stop33h 50m

AED 3,060

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,270). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,273). 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 AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. 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 16 February 2026.

The most flights from MEL to AE0 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 often are flights from Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Melbourne and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Tuesday 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 the United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 16 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Etihad Airways from Melbourne Airport to the United Arab Emirates 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,396 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,519 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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 United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in just under 29h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 40m. 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 are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Dubai Intl, Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl or Melbourne - Al Ain when deciding on the best route from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Before booking your flight to United Arab Emirates from Melbourne Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (81%), Emirates (81%), ITA Airways( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 4,829 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is AED 4,591 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,296.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,270). Flying from Melbourne Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,273). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to United Arab Emirates. 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 16 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 4,009AverageAED 5,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 4,075AverageAED 5,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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