Flying from Dubai to Ercan International Airport (ECN): What you need to know
Ercan International Airport is located in Nicosia. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours behind Dubai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to ECN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to ECN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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71% of flights that depart Dubai International Airport reach their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to ECN flight? Relax in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
71% of flights out of Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Ercan International Airport (ECN)
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Getting from Ercan International Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Nicosia. The time it takes to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Ercan International Airport (ECN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Ercan International Airport is R 2,169. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,432. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to ECN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Ercan International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Dubai to ECN.
Lock in a cheap flight from Dubai to Ercan International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Ercan International Airport (ECN)
November is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Ercan International Airport (ECN), while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Nicosia based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nicosia is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Dubai to ECN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Ercan International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Nicosia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nicosia right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Ercan International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Nicosia when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Medieval Venetian Walls followed by St John's Cathedral and Byzantine Museum.
