Travelling from Melbourne to Dubai: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Dubai jetting off from here.
Touch down in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Jump on a direct Melbourne to Dubai flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is seven hours behind Melbourne.
The busiest route for flights from Melbourne to Dubai is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB). You can choose from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from MEL to DXB is the 05:15 Emirates service. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 23:55 with Emirates.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Melbourne to Dubai flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dubai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Dubai is ر.ق. 1,410. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,800. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap Melbourne to Dubai flights by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Dubai is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Dubai. From MEL, you can fly straight to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Keep an eye out for deals with Emirates. This airline offers direct Melbourne to Dubai plane tickets from MEL.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Melbourne to Dubai flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Perth Airport (PER)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
63% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Dubai flight.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Dubai has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kilometres from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Melbourne to Dubai, rest your head at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Grab a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC will help you save.
Best time to go to Dubai
March is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Dubai, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Dubai tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Dubai, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 26 kilometres east to Sharjah to check off its popular sights. From Sharjah Archaeology Museum to Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.