How to find cheap flights from Dubai
Grab a one-way flight from Dubai for just $73. This is the cheapest price we've found for a departure from Dubai Bus Station.
A return fare starts at $171.
Out of all the cities you can fly to from Dubai, Muscat is the cheapest.
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Find cheaper plane tickets from Dubai by booking early. The general advice is to book two to six months in advance for international journeys, and one to three months ahead if you're travelling domestically.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search to compare prices across airports in or around your destination. Even if you have a preference, considering a neighboring airport could unlock more flight choices or even slash your ticket price.
Still deciding where to head next? Enter your departure city (Dubai), then choose 'Explore everywhere' to find flights to any destination ordered by price.
Flying from Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is in the UTC+4 time zone, with departures shown in local time.
Here's an overview of the popular airlines flying from Dubai, with one example of an airport they operate from:
Emirates: Dubai Airport (DXB)
Flydubai: Dubai Airport (DXB)
Air India Express: Dubai Airport (DXB)
Visiting another country? Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, travel plans and length of stay, so check before you go. Embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
Best time to fly from Dubai
September is usually when flights departing from Dubai cost the least.
More people travel in December compared to other months. You'll generally pay higher fares during busy periods like this.
March is the quietest time to fly out of the city, making cheaper tickets easier to find.
One travel tip worth knowing: go midweek. Flights from Dubai leaving on Tuesdays and Wednesdays usually cost less than weekend departures.
Where to fly to from Dubai
Take your pick from cities including Riyadh, Jeddah and Kuwait. They're some of the most popular international destinations to travel to from Dubai.
Or take off on a wider journey across India, Saudi Arabia or Pakistan. They're some of the most visited countries when flying from Dubai.
Coming in at around 55 minutes, the shortest flight out of Dubai will get you to Gheshm.
Leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport is the main departure point for flights from Dubai. DXB is around 10 kilometres from the city centre.
If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Set off with one of these top airlines that depart from Dubai Airport:
Prefer a more relaxed start to your trip? Stay near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels can help take the pressure off departure day:
Flying out of Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Around 40 kilometres from the city centre, Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is another departure point to consider when searching for flight tickets from Dubai.
It takes 40 minutes or so to reach the airport if you're driving from the centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Step on board with any of these airlines operating flights from DWC:
If you'd prefer to be close to your departure gate ahead of your flight from Dubai, these hotels near Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport have you covered for the night:
