How to find cheap flights to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
$1,587 is currently the cheapest price we've seen for a return flight to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to DWC, the lowest fare is $621.
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About six months ahead is a great time to book tickets to Dubai, where Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport is located. That's the general recommendation if you want to lock in the lowest prices.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Dubai. This will show you all the airports around your departure and destination points.
Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes are often cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport.
Best time to go to Dubai
May is generally the cheapest month to catch a flight to Dubai.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to DWC, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, keep an eye out for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
October is the most popular month for flights to DWC. It's an ideal time to take in the full energy of Dubai.
The quietest time of the year to travel is May. Book your plane tickets to Dubai then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
With averages of between 30ºC and 42ºC, July is when Dubai is warmest. Organise your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your time here.
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 14ºC to 25ºC.
Flying to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): what you need to know
Fly to Dubai without any layovers. These are some of the popular airlines that offer direct flights to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Eager to get a good night's sleep or simply freshen up after your flight to DWC? These hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:
Getting to central Dubai from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai.
You'll reach the centre in around 45 minutes if you're ride-sharing or driving your own car hire after your flight to DWC.
Expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes when using public transport.
Make the most of your time in Dubai by choosing one of these stays:
Dubai highlights
Burj Khalifa
Put this toward the top of your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport. You'll find it around 0.97 kilometres south-east of the city centre in Al Satwa.
The Dubai Mall Heart
Another top Dubai attraction, The Dubai Mall Heart is about 2 kilometres south-east of the centre in Za'abeel.
Desert safari tourism
From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 3 kilometres south. It's located in the Al Satwa neighbourhood and a signature experience on any Dubai trip.
Complete your trip with a Dubai car hire
Pick one of our car rentals in Dubai and visit the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport.
