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Dubai.P36,478 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Mar, returning Sat, 22 Mar.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 20 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sat, 22 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,478, select.
Dubai.P36,528 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Mar, returning Fri, 4 Apr.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 21 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 4 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,528, select.
Dubai.P36,528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Mar, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 6 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,528, select.
Dubai.P36,546 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,546, select.
Dubai.P36,550 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,550, select.
Dubai.P36,713 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,713, select.
Dubai.P36,802 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Feb, returning Wed, 12 Mar.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 28 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,802, select.
Dubai.P42,076 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Dubai on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From P42,076, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
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Mar
from P36,478
Apr
from P42,960
May
from P36,546
Jun
from P36,713
Jul
from P47,102
Aug
from P46,818
Sep
from P55,551
Oct
from P55,276
Nov
from P46,643
Dec
from P66,244
Jan
from P61,405

Direct flights from Sydney to Dubai

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Sydney to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP36,478
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time14 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week51

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Dubai is P36,478. 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.
14 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Dubai.
Qantas, Emirates and ITA Airways fly direct from Sydney to Dubai.
As of February 2025, there are 51 flights per week flying from Sydney to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Dubai is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from P36,478.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Dubai on Thursday, 20 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 21 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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 47 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 7 hours behind Sydney.

  • The busiest route is from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 28 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SYD to DXB is the 06:00 Emirates option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:45 with Emirates.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from SYD to Dubai, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai that lands at Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Emirates. This carrier operates direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SYD to Dubai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

    • Adelaide Airport (ADL)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • You'll need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from Australia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

  • SYD is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 27 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

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

  • P16,862 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai. Return flights start at P36,478. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from SYD to Dubai by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SYD to Dubai. There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 49 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Best time to go to Dubai

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai. July is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from SYD to Dubai sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Dubai

  • Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top sights which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.

Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dubai to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Dubai, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.

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