Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is 7 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Luanda is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai.
Every week, there are seven Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, go for the 09:25 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 09:45 with Emirates.
To ensure you get on your DXB to LAD flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Luanda — and maybe even more of Angola if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
Among carriers operating DXB to LAD flights, Emirates is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and LAD:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight is Rs349,490. A round-trip fare right now is Rs768,815. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DXB to LAD, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DXB to LAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Quatro de Fevereiro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Luanda and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) to central Luanda
From Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, Luanda is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Luanda in February.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport for March if you want to visit Luanda during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to LAD in July. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Angola
You've done Luanda, now it's time to discover more of Angola. Travel around 386 kilometres south to Lobito to check off its popular sights. From Igreja Restinga to Igreja Universal and Igreja São Jose Da Caponte, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 418 kilometres south of Luanda, Benguela is another favourite stop in Angola. No visit is complete without checking out Igreja Pentecostal Carisma, Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall and Sé Catedral.
