Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport is 17 hours 10 minutes.
Dubai is nine hours behind Auckland and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Each week, there are seven Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, take the 20:30 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:10 with Emirates.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AKL to DXB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Emirates is your gateway to exploring Dubai (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this carrier.
Emirates has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that offers AKL to DXB flights. An impressive 81.67% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and DXB:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Sydney Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Right now, Rs143,993 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs313,815. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AKL to DXB.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AKL to DXB.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Of all flights departing from Auckland International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Dubai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Auckland International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to go to Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AKL to DXB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are highlights.
