Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Dubai is one hour ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from SAW to DXB start at 14:05 — the earliest with flydubai. The last departure is at 22:25 with flydubai. In total, there are 57 weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SAW to DXB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Dubai adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United Arab Emirates:
Flydubai is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating SAW to DXB flights. A reliable 90.16% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAW and DXB:
Trabzon Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Baghdad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is R 1,637. A return ticket is currently R 3,916. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SAW to DXB, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights that depart Sabiha Gokcen International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.