Travelling from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) departing from here.
14 hours 8 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 7 hours behind Melbourne. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), with 9 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to AUH is the 15:15 Etihad Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:10 with Etihad Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to AUH.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can book a direct flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
You can lock in a direct flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport with Etihad Airways. This top carrier operates services from MEL.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to AUH departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 28 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
293 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from 601 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
8 months before your departure is the best time to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to AUH.
To score the best price on your tickets from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Abu Dhabi in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to AUH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Abu Dhabi
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with a car rental
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