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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi from $1,279

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUH
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

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

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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,564

One-way from

$1,279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,710

Good round-trip deal

$1,639 or less

Good one-way deal

$860 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/5-22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 27h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 25 March 2025.

Mon 19/517:10MEL - AUH
Nonstop13h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 22/508:00AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,564
Thu 1/518:50MEL - AUH
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/508:00AUH - MEL
Nonstop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,704
Fri 18/422:45MEL - AUH
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 27/422:45AUH - MEL
1 stop36h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,764
Sat 12/400:30MEL - AUH
2 stops54h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 27/407:15AUH - MEL
2 stops30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3$3,573
Mon 19/516:10MEL - AUH
1 stop35h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 22/523:00AUH - MEL
1 stop33h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/3$6,334

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
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

Mon 19/5

17:10-01:05

Nonstop13h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 22/5

08:00-03:10

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,564

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

18:50-06:00

1 stop17h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/5

08:00-03:10

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,704

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

22:45-10:55

1 stop18h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 27/4

22:45-16:50

1 stop36h 05m

$1,764

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sat 12/4

00:30-00:35

2 stops54h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 27/4

07:15-19:25

2 stops30h 10m

$3,573

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

16:10-22:00

1 stop35h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 22/5

23:00-14:40

1 stop33h 40m

$6,334

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

12:05-00:35

2 stops42h 30m

$1,279

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

05:00-12:50

Nonstop13h 50m

$1,384

MelbourneAbu Dhabi

MEL - AUH

MELAUH

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

16:10-22:00

1 stop35h 50m

$1,427

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi

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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 21 March 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,025). 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 25 March 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.

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 25 March 2025.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,176 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 10 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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,564 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $1,764 and $3,573 round-trip. Etihad Airways is currently priced 20% 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 KLM (57%), Oman Air (57%) and Air Europa (57%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $604. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $1,048 on average our data indicates $4,366 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,025). 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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