Travelling from Dubai to Phoenix: what you need to know
Dubai has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Phoenix flying out of Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Come in for landing at Phoenix's primary gateway, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Phoenix is 11 hours behind Dubai and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Dubai to Phoenix flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Phoenix
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Dubai to Phoenix flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Dubai to Phoenix flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
DXB is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Phoenix or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Phoenix:
57% of flights departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is approximately 24 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Phoenix. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Once your flight from Dubai to Phoenix has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is approximately 6 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can expect the journey to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from PHX one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport can be found at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Step off your flight from Dubai to Phoenix and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Phoenix is around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.
Whether you're after a zippy mini for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available from companies such as Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
About two weeks before your flight from Dubai to Phoenix is a good time to secure your vehicle from AZA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Before you book your flights from Dubai to Dubai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Dubai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Dubai to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Phoenix in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Phoenix:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are essential stops on your Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.