Flying from Dubai to Melbourne: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Melbourne.
Disembark at Melbourne's chief entry point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The average length of a direct Dubai to Melbourne flight is 13 hours 20 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne seven hours ahead of Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 21 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Dubai to Melbourne is with Emirates at 21:15. Opt for the first DXB to MEL departure with Emirates at 02:40 to fit in more activities on your first day in Melbourne.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Dubai to Melbourne flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Melbourne
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Dubai to Melbourne flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Dubai to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Dubai to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Dubai to Melbourne flights.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Melbourne taking off from Dubai Airport (DXB). Start your trip at DXB and touch down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct Dubai to Melbourne plane tickets leaving from DXB.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Dubai to Melbourne flights departing from Dubai Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Sydney Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport:
64% of flights leaving Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 48 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Dubai to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 20 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 55 minutes.
Whether you're looking for a zippy mini just for you or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Dubai to Melbourne is a good move. In addition to better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Melbourne. December is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book a Dubai to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dubai to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Arts Centre Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Australia, head for Geelong, about 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are key highlights.
