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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,061. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.$998 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $998, select.
Dubai.$1,031 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,031, select.
Dubai.$1,036 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,036, select.
Dubai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.
Dubai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.
Dubai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.
Dubai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.
Dubai.$1,041 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,041, select.
Dubai.$1,042 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,042, select.
Dubai.$1,043 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,043, select.
Dubai.$1,044 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,044, select.
Dubai.$1,044 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,044, select.
Dubai.$1,044 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,044, select.
Dubai.$1,044 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May, returning Sat, 29 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dubai on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,044, select.
Dubai.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.
Dubai.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $1,633
Jul
from $1,062
Aug
from $998
Sep
from $1,041
Oct
from $1,043
Nov
from $1,031
Dec
from $1,073
Jan
from $1,042
Feb
from $1,044
Mar
from $1,041
Apr
from $1,084
May
from $1,044

Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Dubai

Washington D.C. to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington D.C. to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

Dubai

6km from central Dubai
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Sharjah

20km from central Dubai
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

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Ras Al Khaimah

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Washington D.C. to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$998
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time13 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai is $998. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
Emirates flies direct from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
As of June 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai Airport on Friday, 21 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB): What you need to know

  • Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB).

  • Dubai is nine hours ahead of Washington DC. Dubai International Airport is located in Dubai, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Your flight from Washington DC to DXB won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to DXB departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 71% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check if flying out of IAD makes more sense for your journey.

  • Emirates offers direct flights from Washington DC to DXB out of IAD. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.

  • Emirates is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to DXB.

  • Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Dubai International Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with Emirates than with any other carrier.

  • Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to DXB flight:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to DXB:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Dubai International Airport flight:

  • The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.

About Dubai International Airport (DXB)

Getting from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • $483 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport. Return flights start at $998. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to DXB by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Dubai International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Washington DC to DXB.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Dubai. January is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport (DXB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your Washington DC to DXB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Dubai

  • Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Dubai International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:

  • You'll find loads of things to do in Dubai when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Burj Khalifa followed by Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 129 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to tick off its top sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Dubai

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