Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Harare Airport (HRE): what you need to know
The timezone in Harare is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai.
To ensure you get on your DXB to HRE flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DXB and HRE include:
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Lusaka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Harare Airport (HRE)
Right now, $450 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Harare Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $765. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DXB to HRE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to HRE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near DXB:
Arriving at Harare Airport (HRE)
Consider staying in a hotel near HRE if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to Harare Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Harare Airport rental car and discover Harare and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Harare Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Harare Airport (HRE) to central Harare
From Harare Airport, Harare is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Harare Airport (HRE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Harare. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Harare Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Harare, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DXB to HRE sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Zimbabwe you should also see. Around 370 kilometres south-west of Harare, a trip to Bulawayo will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Matobo National Park, St Johns Cathedral and Silwane Nature Reserve.
Your travels through Zimbabwe wouldn't be complete without visiting Chitungwiza. Lost Balancing Rocks is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 19 kilometres south of Harare.