Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 17 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is nine hours behind Auckland.
Take your pick of nine weekly Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 20:30 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your AKL to DXB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Emirates has direct flights from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if time allows.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating AKL to DXB flights. An impressive 86.67% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AKL and DXB:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Rs142,049 is the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs254,337. These fares can change based on availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AKL to DXB.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to DXB.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Auckland Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to DXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you should also see. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
