Travelling from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is four hours ahead of Abidjan, where Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your ABJ to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ABJ to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
ABJ is around 14 kilometres from central Abidjan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ABJ:
Of all flights departing from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport, 60% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai flight is R 7,027. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,380. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ABJ to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai ticket.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ABJ to Dubai.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Booking your vehicle from Dubai International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ABJ to Dubai can help you get the lowest rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ABJ to Dubai flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai. January is the busiest month to travel to Dubai. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ABJ to Dubai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport to Dubai:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
