Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is seven hours behind Canberra, where Canberra Airport is located. Dubai runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
To avoid missing your CBR to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from CBR to Dubai. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Canberra, CBR can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CBR:
72.61% of flights that leave from Canberra Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Dubai
Rs135,108 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Canberra Airport to Dubai flight. A return ticket right now is Rs252,914. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CBR to Dubai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Canberra Airport to Dubai across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Save money on your flight from Canberra Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire to explore Dubai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your flight from CBR to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Canberra Airport to Dubai has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Following your CBR to Dubai flight, unwind at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before scheduling your flights from Canberra Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Dubai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Canberra Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want 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 a cheap ticket from CBR to Dubai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Around 113 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
