Travelling from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Bangkok to Dubai Airport flight.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. The city runs on the UTC+4 timezone and is three hours behind Bangkok.
The busiest route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Dubai Airport (DXB), with 35 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from BKK to DXB is the 1:05am Emirates option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9:35pm with Emirates.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to DXB, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport with Emirates.
Emirates ranks first in bookings for flights from BKK to DXB.
Emirates ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 88.82% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to DXB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport, check out these options when departing from Don Mueang International Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Krabi Airport (KBV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to DXB flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
66.48% of flights taking off from Don Mueang International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Dubai Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Dubai Airport is R 3,363. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,443. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bangkok to DXB.
The best month for picking up cheap Bangkok to Dubai Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Dubai. July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Dubai Airport (DXB), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Bangkok to DXB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Dubai Airport:
Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa and Burj Khalifa are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out At the top Burj Khalifa.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Around 105 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach.
