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Low Price Flights from Melbourne to Dubbo

Top Airlines Flying from Melbourne to Dubbo

Choose from 3 airlines fly from Melbourne to Dubbo, including Qantas Airways, Link Airways, and Virgin Australia. Link Airways has lowest fares on this route.
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Search direct flights: from Melbourne to Dubbo for the next 3 months. Book one way from AU$ 329 | Return ticket from AU$ 704.

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Flight Information from Melbourne to Dubbo

The distance between Melbourne and Dubbo is about 698.26km. The direct flights take around 2 hours 7 minutes. Visit Dubbo during January for peak season energy, or opt for September for fewer crowds and cheaper flights.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 278
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 676
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance698.26km
Average flight time2 hours 7 minutes
Popular airlineQantas Airways

Best Time to Book Flights from Melbourne to Dubbo

The cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dubbo are available between Dec 7 and Dec 14, with one way flights starting from AU$ 278.

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Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

FAQ

  • Which airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne to Dubbo?

    At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Dubbo with the following airlines, including: Qantas Airways Virgin Australia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 7 minutes to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Dubbo (DBO).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dubbo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 8 flight per week flying from Melbourne to Dubbo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Link Airways: -/-/-/-/T/-/- -- FC993 (13:28) Link Airways: S/M/-/W/-/-/- -- FC3394 (08:12) Virgin Australia: S/M/-/W/-/-/- -- VA4038 (08:12)
  • The cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Dubbo is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our November flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Dubbo on November 11, 2025 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at AU$ 612.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Dubbo, with Melbourne Airport to Dubbo Regional Airport (MEL-DBO) is by far the most common option on this route: Dubbo Regional Airport (DBO).
  • The time difference between Dubbo and Melbourne is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Melbourne to Dubbo by air

If you are travelling from Melbourne to Dubbo by air or looking for Melbourne to Dubbo flights, you have come to the right place. Start your search for airfares by giving the travelling date above, or continue reading to find out more about the journey, airlines, flight times, schedules, how to find cheap tickets, and much more.

Melbourne to Dubbo airfares

The Melbourne and Dubbo airfares can experience significant variations. The air ticket is influenced by a multitude of factors, including the level of demand, the chosen travel dates and times, seat availability, and the pricing strategies employed by different airlines. Moreover, the airfares can also be subject to adjustments based on the travel class you opt for, whether it's first class, business class, or economy class.

How to find cheap flights from Melbourne to Dubbo

Getting the cheapest Melbourne to Dubbo flights requires some flexibility, persistence, and a bit of luck. Here are some tips to help you secure the best prices:

  • 1. Be flexible with your travel dates and time: airfares are generally cheaper in the early morning, late evening and weekdays.
  • 2. Be open to alternative airports.
  • 3. Consider booking outbound and inbound flights from different airlines - two one-way Melbourne to Dubbo flight tickets may be cheaper than a round-trip ticket.
  • 4. Book connection flight from Melbourne to Dubbo
  • 5. Look out for last minute flight deals.

Airlines from Melbourne to Dubbo

Regrettably, direct flights from Melbourne to Dubbo are not available. Nevertheless, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia offers convenient connecting flight options, allowing passengers to reach Dubbo from Melbourne with ease.

Melbourne to Dubbo flight time

As there is no direct flight available from Melbourne to Dubbo, the total flight time is influenced by factors such as whether you need to pick up baggage or change terminals, whether the connecting flights depart from the same or different airports, whether you need to pass through border control and security lines, and flight delays. These variables can affect the overall travel duration. For accurate information, please verify flight details on the booking page.

Everything you need to know about Melbourne airport

Melbourne Airport, known as Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is the primary international gateway to Melbourne, Australia. It boasts four terminals, each offering a wide range of amenities, including shopping, dining, and currency exchange services. With an extensive network of domestic and international flight routes, the airport connects Melbourne to destinations across the globe. Traveling to and from the city center is hassle-free, thanks to the availability of taxis, SkyBus shuttles, and public transportation options. The airport is approximately 23 kilometers away from the city center, and the journey typically takes around 25-30 minutes by car or 30-45 minutes by public transportation, depending on traffic conditions.

Arriving at Dubbo airport

Dubbo Airport, situated in the heart of Dubbo, New South Wales, serves as the key air gateway connecting travelers to this thriving regional city. The airport features a modern terminal and offers flights operated by QantasLink and Regional Express (Rex). Located just 6 kilometers away from the city center, reaching the airport is convenient. Travelers can easily access the airport from the city center via taxi or private car, enjoying a quick journey of approximately 10 minutes.

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