Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai five hours 30 minutes behind Darwin.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your DRW to DXB flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DRW and DXB:
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Changi International Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $619. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,035. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DRW to DXB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DRW to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Of all flights leaving Darwin International Airport, 73.13% arrive on time at their destination.
Darwin International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DRW? If you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a late Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire to explore Dubai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Darwin International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from DRW to DXB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you should also see. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among the biggest draws.