Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport is 14 hours.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai seven hours behind Melbourne.
Flights from MEL to DXB start at 05:15 — the earliest with Emirates. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with Emirates. Overall, there are 21 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Arrive at 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.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Getting to Dubai (and then discovering more of the United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Emirates. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Emirates.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that offers MEL to DXB flights, with 74.59% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MEL and DXB:
Singapore Changi Airport
Perth Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
At the moment, R 6,997 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,552. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book four months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MEL to DXB.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to DXB.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Book a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Dubai in March.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore more of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading attractions. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are highlights.
