Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 29 minutes.
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 8 hours ahead of Washington DC.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 10:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from IAD to DXB is with Emirates at 11:15.
To ensure you catch your flight from IAD to Dubai, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai that touches down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from IAD to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You'll need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 51 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Dubai
$540 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai. A return flight starts at $1,087. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from IAD to Dubai, reserve your trip 11 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The journey will take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from IAD to Dubai, unwind at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Dubai, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from IAD to Dubai sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
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