Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 21 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 7 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to DXB is the 05:15 Emirates service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:30 with Emirates.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from MEL to Dubai.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with Emirates. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from MEL to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Perth Airport (PER)
You will need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from Australia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in approximately 28 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 42 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai is C$563. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,195. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MEL to Dubai by booking at least 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organize your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MEL to Dubai. There's no need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Following your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from MEL to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai. July is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MEL 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
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
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