Flying from Dubai to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport (VLC). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Valencia is three hours behind Dubai. Valencia Airport is located in Valencia, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to VLC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to VLC leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Break up your flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and VLC are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to VLC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of flights departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
Reserve a hotel close to VLC if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Valencia Airport rental car and explore Valencia and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Click and Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Valencia Airport flight.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to central Valencia is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Valencia Airport (VLC)
Right now, R 2,441 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Valencia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,533. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dubai to VLC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Dubai to Valencia Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Dubai to VLC.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Valencia Airport (VLC)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport (VLC). July is when most people travel to Valencia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
When booking your Dubai to VLC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Valencia, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Valencia Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Valencia
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Valencia Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Valencia:
Your trip to Valencia should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include City of Arts and Sciences, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Barrio del Carmen.
Explore more of Spain
Valencia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north of Valencia, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you want to check out another major stop in Spain, consider Cuenca, about 153 kilometres north-west of Valencia. Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca are key reasons to visit.
