Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai seven hours behind Melbourne.
Choose from 19 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Emirates is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 22:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Emirates.
With an impressive 86.78% of services arriving as planned, Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating MEL to DXB flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and DXB:
Adelaide Airport
Changi International Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flight is ج.م. 13,625. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ج.م. 26,841. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MEL to DXB by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MEL to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Book a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Dubai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to DXB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its must-visit sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Abu Dhabi is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without experiencing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
