Travelling from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT): What you need to know
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is located in Ras al Khaimah. The city's timezone is UTC+4, which is the same as Dubai.
Your flight from Dubai to RKT won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a popular month like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to RKT flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
About Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near RKT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ras Al Khaimah International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Autostrad Rent A Car, drivus or Quick Drive and explore beyond Ras al Khaimah's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) to central Ras al Khaimah
From Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, central Ras al Khaimah is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is $804. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,462. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to RKT, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Ras al Khaimah. October is when most people book flights from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Dubai to RKT plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ras al Khaimah to range from 28ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Ras al Khaimah
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ras al Khaimah:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Jumaa Al Maktoum Mosque, Heritage site and RAK fort are attractions you won't want to skip in Ras al Khaimah.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Ras al Khaimah, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 209 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to check off its leading sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
