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Cheapest return flight
$1,136
Typical prices: $1,608-$2,406
Air India
Thu 18/1Wed 31/1
MEL - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,928
Typical prices: $1,878-$2,558
Emirates
Fri 26/1Thu 1/2
PER - DXB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 13h 51m
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Cheap Flights to Dubai

 
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Recent return flight deals to Dubai

Mon, 18 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Air India Logo
01:30 - 22:05MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
13:45 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
23h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,136Air India
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Air India Logo
01:30 - 12:45MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
23:55 - 07:30DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,143Air India
Sat, 10 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 19:00BNE  Brisbane-DXB Dubai Intl
37h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 09:00DXB  Dubai Intl-BNE Brisbane
30h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,276China Eastern
Thu, 28 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
Cebu Pacific Logo
01:35 - 18:10MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
22:00 - 00:10DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,303Cebu Pacific
Thu, 28 Jan - Fri, 26 Feb
Cebu Pacific Logo
01:35 - 18:10MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
22:00 - 00:10DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,303Cebu Pacific
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
40h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 - 21:20DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 00m3 stops Chennai Tiruchirappalli Civil Singapore Changi
$1,303Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
40h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 - 21:20DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 00m3 stops Chennai Tiruchirappalli Civil Singapore Changi
$1,309Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
Air China Logo
20:40 - 23:15MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:15 - 16:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,410Air China
Wed, 3 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
Air China Logo
20:40 - 23:15MEL  Melbourne-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:15 - 16:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,422Air China
Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:40 - 18:00PER  Perth-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
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19:50 - 14:45DXB  Dubai Intl-PER Perth
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,672Singapore Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Dubai

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Dubai?

Melbourne Airport to Dubai is the cheapest route at $1,136 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Dubai?

On average, a return flight from Australia to Dubai costs $1,977, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Darwin average $1,468, while Perth runs a bit higher at $1,780.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Dubai?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Dubai at $1,926 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,080.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

•November is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai with an average price of $1,740 return.
•December ($2,361) and September ($2,082) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Dubai?

Afternoon flights to Dubai are the cheapest at $1,649 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at $2,050.

What is a good deal for flights to Dubai?

Flights under $1,608 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Dubai at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Darwin $1,407
•Melbourne $1,500
•Perth $1,544.

When are flights to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights to Dubai are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Dubai

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$590
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Dubai

When to book flights to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Dubai, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Dubai is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Dubai is around $1,608 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far is Dubai Intl from Dubai city centre?

    Dubai Intl is 11.0 km from Dubai city centre.

  • How long are direct flights to Dubai from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Dubai varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Perth: 11h 05m
    • From Adelaide: 13h 10m
    • From Melbourne: 14h
    • From Sydney: 14h 20m
    • From Brisbane: 14h 20m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Dubai?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Dubai are from Melbourne, starting at $1,136 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Dubai?

    Last-minute fares to Dubai (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 4% higher than the average return fare of $1,977.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Dubai?

    Emirates operates the most flights from Australia to Dubai at 63 per week, and for this route Emirates is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Australia to Dubai. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Dubai?

  • How many flights serve Dubai?

    Dubai receives 9 flights per day and 63 per week from across the world. Sydney has the most flights to Dubai with 21 weekly flights.

  • How can I hire a vehicle at Dubai International Airport?

    Car hire kiosks can be found in the arrivals halls of Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 (the international terminals) at Dubai Airport. You will generally find an excellent selection of vehicles available for pick-up at the airport. However, if you’re looking for a specific vehicle type (perhaps you want an automatic or an SUV), it’s a good idea to book online ahead of time, to be sure it’s available and waiting for you.

  • What disability support services are available at Dubai Airport?

    You will find designated parking spots, modified bathroom stalls and easy wheelchair access at Dubai Airport. If you require special assistance, this can be arranged by contacting your airline at least 48h before you arrive at your departure airport. This can give you access to personalised services like a free wheelchair, help with luggage and a dedicated check-in line. If you hear the term "POD" used during your time in the United Arab Emirates, rest assured this is a compliment. It stands for "People of Determination" and it is intended to be a term of empowerment for people with disabilities.

  • Is there a train connection between Dubai International Airport and the city centre?

    There are two metro lines connecting Terminals 1 and 3 of Dubai International Airport to Dubai city centre. The metro operates between 5:30am and 1am on Thursday, between 1pm and 1am on Fridays, and between 5:50am and midnight on all other days. The metro fare depends on how far you are traveling, and you will need to purchase a NOL card in advance in order to pay for the trip. Every person is allowed two pieces of luggage on board, including a piece of hand luggage.

  • How much is a taxi fare from Dubai International Airport into the city?

    Metered rates apply to taxi rides to and from the airport. There is an airport flag charge of 25 AED (about $10), after which the rate is 1.96 AED/km (about $0.75/km). Dubai Taxi operates 24 hours a day from Dubai International Airport; they have cream coloured cabs, and some with a pink trim that are operated by female drivers. You will find a taxi rank outside each terminal.

  • Are there any showers available at Dubai International Airport?

    There are showers in the airport at two locations in Terminal 3, available for use by passengers free of charge. They are located between gates C18 and C22, and between gates B13 and B19. There are also showers in some of the Marhaba Lounges. Additionally, there are multiple spas throughout the airport should you wish to get a massage or a pampering treatment.

  • Is there an on-site airport hotel at Dubai International Airport?

    For a bit of rest, head to Snooze Club in Terminal 1 on Concourse D, where you can rent single or shared sound-proofed rooms with a minimum stay of two hours. If you are in Terminal 3, go to the Sleep ‘n’ Fly Lounge on Concourse A; their rates vary depending on the time of the day and showers are available. Finally, Dubai International Hotel is also located inside the airport and offers rooms in three, six, twelve or eighteen-hour blocks.

Your guide to booking Dubai flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Dubai, book around 19 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 20% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Dubai, a good return fare is around $1,608. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Dubai in November. Return fares historically average $1,740, making November the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to $402 on a return flight. Midday flights to Dubai average $1,649 compared to $2,050 for evening flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Dubai, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Emirates includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Qantas Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Dubai, a few great places to start are Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) has three terminals. Terminal 3 handles Qantas and Emirates flights, as well as some flights from Qatar Airways and Gulf Air. All other international flights generally arrive at Terminal 1, whilst Terminal 2 handles low-cost domestic flights.
  • If you have work to do during your layover at Dubai International Airport, you’ll find everything from meeting rooms and conference facilities to secretarial services and high-speed internet at Dubai International Hotel in Terminal 3.
  • Multiple prayer rooms can be found in both the arrivals and departures areas of T1, T2 and T3 at Dubai International Airport. All you have to do is keep an eye out for the signs.
  • You can find direct flights to Dubai from the following Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Both Emirates Airlines and Qantas Airways fly direct from these airports, but if you are flying from anywhere else or with any other airline you will have at least one stopover in your trip.
  • A large number of bus lines serve Dubai International Airport and can take you to different locations in the city. You can board buses from outside Terminals 1, 2 and 3, however please note that you must purchase a NOL card beforehand as you can’t pay cash on board. The SkyBus goes direct from the airport to some hotel areas, and the bus fare is also paid using the NOL card.
  • If you are traveling with kids, you will find Baby Care Rooms throughout the airport that you can use to change or feed infants in privacy. If you can’t find one easily, head to the Information Zone or ask a ‘May I Help You’ staff member for directions. For slightly older children there is a play area in Terminal 3, located close to Gates B7 and B8.
  • Luggage storage is available in the Arrivals area of Terminals 1 and 3, with the cost depending on the bag’s size. Luggage wrapping is also available in all terminals but does vary from location to location.
  • If you need some peace and quiet after your flight to Dubai, you can use one of the multiple lounges available to all passengers. Marhaba Lounges are located in all three terminals; you can pay at the door, buy a pre-paid pass or access them using a lounge membership card. There are also well-ventilated smoking lounges in all three terminals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Dubai

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Dubai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3687 reviews
8.1Comfort
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.4Crew
8.2Boarding
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Wheel chair guys treat people with disability worst that a her of sleep

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Nov 2026
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Wheel chair guys treat people with disability worst that a her of sleep

Our outward flight from Stansted was delayed by 90 minutes meaning we missed our connecting flight in Dubai. Emirates put us up in a hotel for the night and on the next flight to Mauritius. All was not lost.

We travel to Dubai to see my son so I take my 9 year old grandson to see his dad . Love flying with emirates

Toilets could be serviced more frequently. They ran out of toilet paper.

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

The plane was very old and uncomfortable. Service was very slow!

Flight from Dubai to Zagreb very bad cabin crew. Bad food

Good take off and landing, but plane was old and small. Pretty normal nothing special

The flight was delayed for almost 40 or 45 minutes. However everything was good.

They need to get in-house entertainment, also the charging stations did not charge anything, kept cutting off. So battery life was not long.

Qantas get you there, but expect them to always act in their interest over yours. On this flight basic stuff went to plan, but their promised in flight entertainment wasn't functional. Bit of an old and tired plane.

Small twin prop plane. Basic flight. Food was half a chicken & pesto sandwich. As the flight departed after 12pm alcohol was available. No on board entertainment. No wifi services.

I liked the refreshments as the flight was short and the free WiFi. The seats were comfortable.

Although the flight was delayed and out of their control, we boarded and were underway in no time. The crew were great, the service A1 and the meal was superb ( I had the chicken dish). I would fly with Qantas again, anytime. Noel Swift

Overall, it was a very good experience. I would have given it a 10/10, especially based on our flight from SFO to Melbourne. The cabin crew on that flight were wonderful and incredibly attentive. They took extra care when setting up our beds so we could sleep comfortably without being disturbed. Dinner was served promptly and smoothly. I woke up quite late, when the flight was already preparing for landing, and the crew still made sure I was taken care of. They brought me English tea in a proper cup, and when it was time to prepare the cabin for landing, they thoughtfully transferred it into a takeaway cup so I could continue enjoying it along with some breakfast. Those small, thoughtful gestures made the long flight feel much more comfortable and special. The service from the SFO to Melbourne crew was truly excellent.

Great. Airhostess was amazing. Dinner a little spicy! Could have had a mention beforehand about that though

The staff seemed a bit disinterested and some requests didn’t get answered. I finally got up and brought water for a passenger who had asked nicely 3 times for water. My headphones didn’t work and it took multiple requests to get them replaced.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

Food was terrible. Fish was equal to a sausage and scrumbled eggs were terribly green with a quite weird fllavour. Everybody with me hated all options. The best food was the bread with butter.

We bought an upgrade to Business Class at the airport but did not realise that it was not the regular Business Class. The 787 Dreamliner was very dated with the seats not as comfortable as other airlines and some things were almost coming off. We were then told that because it was an upgrade at the airport, we get to sit in the BC cabin but will be served economy class food. So when everyone else got served in china ware, we were given the tray you got in economy class. The wifi does not work. It only connects to watch movies (which is the same as what you find in the ICE) but the internet does not work. The cabin crew while were friendly, were not responsive. Overall, I will never fly China Southern again.

Wuhan - Dubai. Old plane: 1. Only USB charger. No power outlet to plug in.. 2. Super narrow seat layout 3. Toilet cover consistently fell down and hit my back when sitting on it.. :( 4. Entertainment system touch screen not sensitive, and need to press hard or use finger tips to hit. Crew were very nice and accommodating though.

Quality flight from start to finish. Customer service is evidently very important to this company. The staff really exceeded expectations.

Traveling with the Chinese airlines , their service superior to the US Airlines , they are much more friendly and the seats are comfortable , In the past I flew with United , now ,United Airline will become history for me .

I was flying business so you expect a level of comfort/support…but the staff on these flights were outstanding in their attention to detail and nothing was too difficult for them.

Overall the crew were friendlier than similar premium airlines like Cathay or Singapore. Seat was good. Food was excellent.. the starlink wifi was a real plus. The entertainment was just ok.

Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

Friendly and discreet staff. Could have done with a few more offers of water/snacks overnight. Movie and tv selection notably poor. Seats not especially comfortable

The check-in and crew staff were wonderful. The food was reasonable. The online side Qatar was very poor. Seats were very tight and not very comfortable for a 14 hour flight!

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

I found it weird that the quality of the flight different from Australia to Doha than the Doha to Berlin leg. The quality of the toiletries pack (was in a box from Australia) and then a proper bag from Doha. The biggest variation was the inflight entertainment, which had a significantly shorter amount of content compared to the Doha flight. My QSuite seat was also broken and did not recline all the way flat. Wasn’t the best and I wouldn’t be happy if I’d paid cash for the flight.

The plane from Dublin to Doha was quite comfortable. I was in economy and the seats and rows were very tight. The man in front of me reclined his seat and it made my screen incredibly close to my face and I wasn’t able to take my tray down and my knees were pressed against the seat. I had to ask three times for him to pull his seat up but in his defence he hadn’t even reclined it far, the rows were just too close. I had a pain in my side by the end of the flight from the chairs which were quite worn and not very padded or supportive. It was a significantly inferior plane to the plane from Doha to Sydney and vice versa.

Check-in staff were not very pleasing and sounded to be rude, even though I hold a platinum membership. The aircraft is brand new and good. As it's a short flight no other comments.

Bus from gate to plane waited more than 30 minutes in a freezing temperatures of a/c. Plane temperature was very cold .

Business Class window seat on my Shanghai to Venice route was broken and could not be converted into a bed which has to switch to a narrow aisle seat instead

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

The landings were smooth . Being unable to check-in online was terribly stressful and the queue at Haneda exemely long. We paid extra for window seats and did not get them.

How do you run out of beer after one hour of a twelve hour flight?!

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