Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai.
Every week, there are 14 Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, pick the 04:20 flydubai flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:50 with flydubai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your DXB to HBE flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Flydubai is your ticket to exploring Alexandria (and perhaps some other great corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with flydubai on this route.
Flydubai is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to HBE flights, with 65.57% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between DXB and HBE include:
Cairo International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Currently, R 2,014 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,112. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from DXB to HBE by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from DXB to HBE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool are great choices near HBE.
Pick up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car and explore Alexandria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Avis and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Alexandria based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to HBE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Alexandria, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to Cairo to tick off its must-visit sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, your itinerary will be busy.
Giza is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. No journey is complete without seeing Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.