Flying from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Dubai to Yanbu Airport flight.
Yanbu is one hour behind Dubai. Yanbu Airport is located in Yanbu, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Yanbu Airport (YNB) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services each week. Travel from DXB to YNB on flydubai's 2pm flight.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to YNB.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport with flydubai.
flydubai is the airline most travellers choose for flights from DXB to YNB.
flydubai is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 70.59% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dubai to YNB that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between DXB and YNB include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
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.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dubai to YNB flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Yanbu Airport (YNB)
Arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay within easy reach of YNB at Novotel Yanbu.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
R 2,393 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Yanbu Airport. Return flights start from R 4,941. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Dubai to YNB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Yanbu Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport (YNB). July is when most people travel to Yanbu. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in May.
The warmest month in Yanbu is June, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Dubai to YNB plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Yanbu Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Yanbu
Start your Yanbu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Yanbu Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Dolphin beach resort yanbu, Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach are essential stops on your Yanbu itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've ticked off Yanbu, now it's time to discover more of what Saudi Arabia has to offer. Around 177 kilometres south-east, Rābigh is a must-visit city featuring attractions such as Splash Water Park.
Umluj is another standout destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 129 kilometres north-west of Yanbu. No journey is complete without seeing The old Emirate Palace in Umluj, Sheikh Foze Mosque and Mango orchard umluj.
