How to find cheap flights to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
R 36,603 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Al Maktoum International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to DWC, the lowest fare is R 8,352.
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Pick up a bargain on tickets to Dubai, where Al Maktoum International Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to discover an awesome deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
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Search for plane tickets to Al Maktoum International Airport that have a stop or two. Routes with stops tend to be less expensive. Once your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Dubai
The cheapest month to get on a flight to Dubai is typically May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to DWC that fits your budget and schedule.
Travel to Dubai in January if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to DWC, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
July is the least busy time of year to visit if you prefer a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Dubai then.
Check the weather conditions before you travel. July brings the warmest days in Dubai, with averages of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
June is when you're least likely to need an umbrella. This is the driest month in Dubai.
If it does rain, it typically passes fast and won't cause any disruption. You can look forward to ample sunshine and generally clear skies here.
Flying to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and get to Dubai in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Al Maktoum International Airport with one of these popular airlines:
If you want to jet away with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your DWC plane ticket with Eurowings. Up to 75% of its flights to this airport touch down on schedule.
The timezone at DWC is UTC+4.
Eager to get some rest after your flight to DWC? These hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport offer the ideal place to relax and recharge:
Flights out of Al Maktoum International Airport land as scheduled 71% of the time. This figure tells you how the airport generally performs in terms of punctuality.
Al Maktoum International Airport is located in Dubai, Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.
Getting to central Dubai from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 48 kilometres from DWC.
You'll get to the centre in around 40 minutes if you're taking a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to DWC.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you want to stay close to all the action in Dubai, drop your bags at one of these comfy hotels:
Dubai highlights
Put these leading sights at the top of your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Dubai:
Burj Khalifa: Located around 0.97 kilometres southeast of the city centre, this landmark is a classic place to start your sightseeing around the city.
Dubai Garden Glow: Take some time out here while exploring Dubai. This park is roughly 3 kilometres northeast of the centre in Za'abeel.
Dubai Gold Souk: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A top landmark, it's around 8 kilometres north of the centre of Dubai in Deira.
How to get to Sharjah from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The nearby city of Sharjah is about 80 kilometres from DWC. Heading into the centre by ride-share or taxi should take around 1 hour.
Travelling from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to Adh Dhayd
If Adh Dhayd is where you're travelling to, public transport will take around 4 hours from Al Maktoum International Airport. This city is about 88 kilometres from DWC.
It takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so to drive to Adh Dhayd.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
There's plenty more of the United Arab Emirates ready to be uncovered. Around 56 kilometres northeast of Dubai, set off for Sharjah. What not to miss? Begin with Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland. The city's closest major airport is Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).
Another city in the United Arab Emirates that belongs on your itinerary is Abu Dhabi. From Dubai, it's around 88 kilometres southwest and is home to attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque. Add a stop at Emirates Palace too. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) is the city's main airport.
