Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Birmingham.
Choose from 14 weekly Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 13:40 departure with Emirates is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 21:45.
Leave plenty of time to make your BHX to DXB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Dubai (and then exploring more of the United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with Emirates. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating BHX to DXB flights, with 78.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BHX and DXB include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
$237 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start at $578. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from BHX to DXB by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham Airport, 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Dubai in March.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to DXB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its popular sights. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Abu Dhabi is another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.