Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 14 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi seven hours behind Melbourne.
Choose from nine weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 15:15 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight available. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:10.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Etihad Airways.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering MEL to AUH flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and AUH:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is Rs95,094. A return fare right now is Rs185,748. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MEL to AUH by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's main sights.
Boost your chances of securing the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC to 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MEL to AUH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without a visit to Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.