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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zayed International to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.R 5,602 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,602, select.
Melbourne.R 5,763 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zayed International on Fri, 4 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,763, select.
Melbourne.R 5,814 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Thu, 6 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,814, select.
Melbourne.R 6,142 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,142, select.
Melbourne.R 6,149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,149, select.
Melbourne.R 6,205 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,205, select.
Melbourne.R 6,240 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Thu, 27 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,240, select.
Melbourne.R 6,664 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,664, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in September.
Feb
from R 6,240
Mar
from R 5,814
Apr
from R 5,763
May
from R 6,664
Jun
from R 7,739
Jul
from R 8,959
Aug
from R 6,205
Sep
from R 5,602
Oct
from R 6,149
Nov
from R 6,142
Dec
from R 8,610
Jan
from R 21,043

Direct flights from Zayed International to Melbourne

Alternative Zayed International to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zayed International to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Abu Dhabi to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,602
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week83

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zayed International to Melbourne is R 11,724. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Melbourne.
Etihad Airways, Gulf Air and EgyptAir fly direct from Zayed International to Melbourne.
As of February 2025, there are 83 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Melbourne is usually March.
If you're flying from Zayed International Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,724.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 11 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 14 hours 8 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 7 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi.

  • The most popular route is from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). There are 9 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AUH to MEL is the 09:55 Etihad Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:45 with Etihad Airways.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from AUH to Melbourne.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne that lands at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Book your seat with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne.

  • We make it easy to book a flight from AUH to Melbourne that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.

  • Located around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AUH:

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Melbourne

  • R 5,602 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,724. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUH to Melbourne.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from AUH to Melbourne. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 51 minutes.

  • You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • Little River Bed and Breakfast is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Check in here after your flight from AUH to Melbourne and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from AUH to Melbourne sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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