Flying from Dubai to Melbourne: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Dubai to Melbourne. Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the primary gateway where you can land in Melbourne.
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai to Melbourne is 13 hours 21 minutes. Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne 7 hours ahead of Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 19 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Dubai to Melbourne is with Emirates at 10:05. Opt for the first DXB to MEL departure with Emirates at 02:40 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to Melbourne.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you have a passport from United Arab Emirates, you'll need an e-visa to visit Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Dubai to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Dubai to Melbourne, they're available from Dubai Airport (DXB). Travel from DXB to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) in one seamless trip.
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Melbourne jetting out of DXB.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Dubai to Melbourne leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, browse these options when leaving from Dubai Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, kick back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 42 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Dubai to Melbourne has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The trip will take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Melbourne
C$592 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Melbourne. A return flight starts at C$1,264. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from Dubai to Melbourne.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Melbourne is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Melbourne
April is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Melbourne, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Dubai to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of major attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.
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