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512 € Cheap Flights from Dubai (DXBA) to Sydney (SYD)

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Cheapest deal512 €
Cheapest monthMarch
Average flight duration13 hours and 44 minutes
Most popular airlineEmirates

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.512 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 512 €, select.
Sydney.527 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From 527 €, select.
Sydney.538 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Dubai on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.
Sydney.558 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Dubai on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 558 €, select.
Sydney.578 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 578 €, select.
Sydney.588 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with China Eastern and Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Dubai on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.
Sydney.593 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with IndiGo and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From 593 €, select.
Sydney.596 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 596 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in March.
Dec
from 837 €
Jan
from 792 €
Feb
from 593 €
Mar
from 512 €
Apr
from 558 €
May
from 611 €
Jun
from 673 €
Jul
from 682 €
Aug
from 683 €
Sep
from 698 €
Oct
from 719 €
Nov
from 946 €

Direct flights from Dubai to Sydney

Dubai to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Sydney is 512 €. 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 44 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Sydney.
Emirates, Qantas and Condor fly direct from Dubai to Sydney.
As of December 2025, there are 69 flights per week flying from Dubai to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Sydney is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Sydney Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 44 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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).

  • 13 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is seven hours ahead of Dubai. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Emirates at 9:45pm. Choose the first DXB to SYD departure with Emirates at 1:50am if you're aiming for an earlier start.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to SYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • In high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) depart from this terminal.

  • Emirates is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport taking off from DXB.

  • The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Emirates between DXB and SYD.

  • Emirates is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dubai to SYD that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and SYD include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to SYD flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:

  • 56.64% of flights leaving Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.

About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, central Sydney is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 242 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Return flights start from 512 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to SYD if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Dubai to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Sydney. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Dubai to SYD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Sydney

  • Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour are attractions you won't want to skip in Sydney.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sydney is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.

  • Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.

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