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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.$941 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $941, select.
Sydney.$942 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with SalamAir and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.
Sydney.$994 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Air India and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $994, select.
Sydney.$1,002 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Air India and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,002, select.
Sydney.$1,002 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo and Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,002, select.
Sydney.$1,008 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,008, select.
Sydney.$1,008 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,008, select.
Sydney.$1,014 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,014, 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 August.
Apr
from $1,797
May
from $942
Jun
from $1,016
Jul
from $1,008
Aug
from $941
Sep
from $1,002
Oct
from $1,020
Nov
from $1,019
Dec
from $1,379
Jan
from $1,342
Feb
from $1,178
Mar
from $1,061

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.

Dubai to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$941
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time13 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Sydney is $941. 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 45 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Sydney.
Emirates, Qantas and ITA Airways fly direct from Dubai to Sydney.
As of April 2025, there are 57 flights per week flying from Dubai to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Sydney is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, 18 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 45 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.
Currently, IndiGo and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

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

  • Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is seven hours ahead of Dubai.

  • Flights from DXB to SYD start from 01:50 — the earliest with Emirates. The last departure is at 21:30 with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your DXB to SYD flight.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Flying into Sydney (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a cinch with Emirates. This popular carrier has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.

  • Among carriers operating DXB to SYD flights, Emirates has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and SYD:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

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

  • Right now, $375 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $941. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from DXB to SYD, reserve your journey six months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Finding cheap flights from DXB to SYD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

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

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DXB to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dubai to Sydney

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