Flying from Dubai to Canberra Airport (CBR): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport (CBR) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. The city operates on the UTC+11 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Dubai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to CBR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to CBR departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Dubai Airport:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Dubai to CBR flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Canberra Airport (CBR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CBR:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Canberra Airport flight.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Canberra. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Canberra Airport (CBR)
At the moment, R 7,082 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Canberra Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,306. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to CBR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Canberra Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Canberra Airport (CBR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport (CBR). July is the busiest month to travel to Canberra. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Dubai to CBR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Canberra Airport in July when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Canberra
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Canberra right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Dubai to Canberra Airport:
Your visit to Canberra should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Canberra, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres north-east to Sydney to tick off its leading attractions. From Sydney Harbour to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Wollongong is another standout destination in Australia and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Canberra. No journey is complete without experiencing Wollongong Beach, Pulpit Rock and Brighton Beach.
