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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi from $518

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUH
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,675

One-way from

$518

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,940

Good round-trip deal

$1,723 or less

Good one-way deal

$924 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 25/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
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27/4
  • 27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Thu 25/916:30MEL - AUH
1 stop35h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 6/1023:00AUH - MEL
1 stop34h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,675
Thu 8/516:00MEL - AUH
1 stop20h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/520:30AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,677
Thu 25/905:00MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1010:25AUH - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,687
Mon 14/419:15MEL - AUH
2 stops27h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 21/423:45AUH - MEL
1 stop17h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,919
Sat 12/421:20MEL - AUH
2 stops33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 26/401:35AUH - MEL
2 stops35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4$3,978
Thu 4/905:55MEL - AUH
2 stops54h 35mLufthansa
Sun 7/902:10AUH - MEL
2 stops44h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 8/4$6,483
Fri 5/1216:55MEL - AUH
2 stops46h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 9/1210:10AUH - MEL
2 stops37h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/4$10,098
Fri 5/1220:00MEL - AUH
2 stops54h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/1202:35AUH - MEL
2 stops32h 35mSWISS
Deal found 8/4$11,043

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Abu Dhabi

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

16:30-22:00

1 stop35h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/10

23:00-16:00

1 stop34h 00m

$1,675

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

16:00-06:00

1 stop20h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 11/5

20:30-15:35

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,677

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

05:00-12:50

Nonstop13h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/10

10:25-10:20

1 stop16h 55m

$1,687

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

22:45-10:55

1 stop18h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/10

12:25-22:15

2 stops26h 50m

$1,935

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

05:55-06:30

2 stops54h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 7/9

02:10-04:20

2 stops44h 10m

$6,483

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

07:00-12:55

2 stops35h 55m

$518

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

15:30-05:50

1 stop20h 20m

$1,086

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

05:00-12:50

Nonstop13h 50m

$1,167

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,024). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,589). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

The most flights from MEL to AUH are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 10 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Garuda Indonesia, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,549 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,188 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,984 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Melbourne?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), located 28.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. 4 airlines have flights to Zayed Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi is SriLankan Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,675 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,677 and $1,935 round-trip. SriLankan Airlines is currently priced 17% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi are Air Europa (81%), Etihad Airways (81%) and Egyptair (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $670. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $1,104 on average our data indicates $4,600 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,024). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,589). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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