Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 30 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Washington DC eight hours behind Dubai.
You can choose from ten weekly Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. The 02:20 departure with Emirates is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 02:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Emirates is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to IAD flights, with 67.21% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DXB and IAD include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Rs160,453 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs234,414. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to IAD, reserve your journey five months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to IAD.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport reach their destination on time.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to DXB:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to IAD if you have a late Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Washington DC and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DXB to IAD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.