Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): what you need to know
The timezone in Kingston is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Dubai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your DXB to KIN flight.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DXB and KIN:
London Gatwick Airport
Miami International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight is R 10,835. A return plane ticket is currently R 17,098. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to KIN, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to KIN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DXB:
Arriving at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
Book a hotel near KIN if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Norman Manley International Airport rental car and discover Kingston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Island Car Rentals, Alamo and Final Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Norman Manley International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
Norman Manley International Airport to the centre of Kingston has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Kingston in May.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Norman Manley International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kingston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to KIN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Jamaica
Kingston is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Jamaica waiting to be explored. About 16 kilometres west of Kingston, a trip to Spanish Town will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Angels Plaza, Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate.
Portmore is another must-experience destination in Jamaica and is around 8 kilometres south-west of Kingston. No journey is complete without a visit to Keimo Point, Wajo Plaza and Hiking Trail.
