Flying from Kandla Airport (IXY) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour 30 minutes behind Kandla, where Kandla Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your IXY to Dubai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Whether you'd like to discover a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from IXY to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a popular stop on this route.
Central Kandla to IXY is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kandla Airport to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IXY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kandla Airport (IXY) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way Kandla Airport to Dubai flight is R 4,326. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,635. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from IXY to Dubai. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kandla Airport to Dubai is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and score a sweet deal.
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Find a cheap flight from Kandla Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kandla Airport to Dubai. Book one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from IXY to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Kandla Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DWC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your IXY to Dubai flight at any of these well-located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kandla Airport to Dubai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Kandla Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IXY to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kandla Airport to Dubai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Khawr Fakkān, about 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are the start of reasons to visit.
