MEL - DXB

$197 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Dubai

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$776
Typical prices: $1,003-$1,288
China Eastern
Tue 4/14Tue 4/21
MEL - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,432
Typical prices: $1,156-$1,333
Qantas Airways
Tue 4/14Mon 4/20
MEL - DXB • Non-stop
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Emirates offers 33-inch legroom and 13.3-inch screens.
Qantas provides 32-inch legroom and free alcohol.
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg $640 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 35m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 5% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Dubai (MEL-DXB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Dubai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Dubai

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
China Eastern Logo
9:30 pm - 7:00 pm
MEL
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DXB
27h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 12:40 pm
DXB
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MEL
34h 10m
1 stop
$776China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
Sichuan Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 8:20 pm
MEL
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DXB
30h 00m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:10 pm
DXB
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MEL
33h 50m
1 stop
$811Sichuan Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 23
China Eastern Logo
9:30 pm - 7:00 pm
MEL
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DXB
27h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 9:00 am
DXB
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MEL
30h 30m
1 stop
$813China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 23
China Eastern Logo
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
MEL
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DXB
38h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 9:00 am
DXB
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MEL
30h 30m
1 stop
$815China Eastern
Tue, Jul 14 - Fri, Aug 14
Cebu Pacific Logo
12:35 am - 6:10 pm
MEL
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DXB
23h 35m
1 stop
Cebu Pacific Logo
7:40 pm - 11:10 pm
DXB
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MEL
21h 30m
1 stop
$827Cebu Pacific
Mon, May 4 - Sun, May 31
Sichuan Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 8:20 pm
MEL
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DXB
30h 00m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:10 pm
DXB
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MEL
33h 50m
1 stop
$831Sichuan Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Fri, Aug 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 am - 6:10 pm
MEL
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DXB
23h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 5:30 am
DXB
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MEL
27h 50m
2 stops
$837Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Fri, Aug 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 am - 6:10 pm
MEL
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DXB
23h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 5:30 am
DXB
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MEL
27h 50m
2 stops
$838Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 9:40 am
MEL
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DXB
26h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:10 pm
DXB
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MEL
33h 50m
1 stop
$884Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
China Eastern Logo
11:00 am - 6:55 pm
MEL
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DXB
37h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 9:00 am
DXB
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MEL
30h 30m
1 stop
$894China Eastern
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Dubai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Dubai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Melbourne to Dubai, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai is May, where tickets cost $989 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,321 and $1,248 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,105 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 5% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Melbourne to Dubai

 
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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$197
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Melbourne to Dubai

When to book flights from Melbourne to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Melbourne to Dubai flights

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Dubai Airport?

    There are direct flights that you can take from Melbourne Airport to Dubai Airport, with airlines such as Emirates operating this route directly. Should these flights not depart at a convenient time, there are also many indirect routes, which require a change along the way, often at airports such as Brisbane Airport (BNE).

  • What are the services like for people with disabilities at Melbourne Airport?

    If you can move around the airport independently, you can use the travelators and lifts to get around the terminals. Should you need assistance to and from the aircraft, you should contact your airline before travel and a member of their staff will help you through the airport. There are disabled toilet facilities in all the terminals for your convenience, too.

  • Is there any children's entertainment at Melbourne Airport?

    When you're at Melbourne Airport with your children, you can ensure that everyone has a smile on their face. With a children's play area located in Terminal 2, close to gate 15B, it's easy to keep your kids entertained.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai was $197 for a one-way ticket and $776 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Melbourne and Dubai?

    A passport is required to fly from Melbourne to Dubai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Melbourne airport is called Melbourne and the only airport in Dubai is Dubai Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Dubai?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and Dubai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Dubai?

    There are nonstop flights from Melbourne to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Dubai, Emirates or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Dubai are Emirates and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,393 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,403 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. Booking your flights between Melbourne and DXB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $821 or less one-way and $1,401 or less round-trip.
  • When you are departing from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Dubai International Airport (DXB), you can easily get to the airport before take-off. From the centre of the city, you can get a taxi, which takes about 30min and costs roughly A$ 60. You can also get the SkyBus, which is a cheaper option at about A$ 12, and it takes around 45min.
  • Upon arrival at Dubai Airport, not only is it easy to get to the centre of the city, but you can also access other parts of the country with ease, too. Fujairah and Ras Al-Khaimah are two examples of nearby areas that can both be reached with a roughly 1h 10min drive.
  • Relax ahead of take-off at Melbourne Airport at one of the lounges. You could, for example, go to The House, which costs around A$ 45. In the lounge, you will have access to complimentary food and drink.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Dubai?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Dubai Intl.
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Direct departures

Melbourne to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates

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Tuesday

Emirates

Emirates

Wednesday

Emirates

Emirates

Thursday

Emirates

Emirates

Friday

Emirates

Emirates

Saturday

Emirates

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Sunday

Emirates

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Direct returns

Dubai Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Melbourne to Dubai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Dubai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3542 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
8.3Crew
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Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

8.0 ExcellentMohsin, Feb 2026
LHE - DXB
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Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

Always enjoyed flying with Emirates, flown with others but they don't really measure up. The others are cheaper without a doubt, but not as good as Emirates

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

Food was great. More vegetarian options on menu would be great!

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Child’s meal was great along with other nice touches for kids.

Both flights to and back from Lyon with buses taking extra time and delaying flight at DXB. Food serving needed work.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

The crew were wonderful - if only the customers were as well behaved as the attendants!! Ha ha! If you could just talk to God and ask for less turbulence next time.... Juuuuust kidding....

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

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