Flying from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is three hours ahead of Dresden, where Dresden International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your DRS to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from DRS to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
DRS is about 10 kilometres from central Dresden. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near DRS:
Dresden International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.36% of flights that take off from DRS land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Dubai
Rs85,199 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs201,805. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from DRS to Dubai if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dresden International Airport to Dubai across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from DRS to Dubai.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dresden International Airport to Dubai by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dresden International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from DRS to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Dresden International Airport to Dubai has arrived, you can get 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, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DRS to Dubai flight:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
Travel to Dubai during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dresden International Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Dresden International Airport to Dubai flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRS to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dresden International Airport to Dubai, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, roughly 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are key highlights.
