Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Dubai: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 47 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai.
Dubai is 4 hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from 30 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HKG to DXB is the 00:35 Emirates option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 19:00 with Emirates.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from HKG to Dubai.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai. Begin your journey at HKG and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from HKG to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
To visit United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you have a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong, HKG can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 44 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Dubai
$323 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $644. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKG to Dubai.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from HKG to Dubai every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai. Book one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 5 minutes.
After your flight from HKG to Dubai, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, travel to Dubai in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from HKG to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
After locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Dubai, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
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