Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Marseille's timezone is UTC+1, making Marseille three hours behind Dubai.
Your DXB to MRS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. These are the top stopovers between DXB and MRS:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Rs39,347 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs85,210. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from DXB to MRS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DXB to MRS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes around 15 minutes 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 typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you're coming in on a late Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MRS:
Grab a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and explore Marseille and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Marseille Provence Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Provence Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Marseille. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Marseille in April.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DXB to MRS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
You've visited Marseille, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Lyon to tick off its top sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Toulouse is another essential stop in France and is around 322 kilometres west of Marseille. No trip is complete without seeing Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.