Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Yanbu Airport (YNB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Yanbu is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai.
Take your pick of four weekly Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport flights. The 06:55 departure with flydubai is the earliest you can take. Flydubai operates the latest service of the day at 15:05.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to YNB 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.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Yanbu (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a cinch with flydubai. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport.
Flydubai is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 70.59% of its services landing as planned, flydubai is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to YNB flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and YNB:
King Khaled International Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
Rs34,379 is the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs76,344. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to YNB.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Yanbu Airport (YNB)
Consider checking in to Novotel Yanbu after arriving from your Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport flight. It's not too far from YNB and a comfortable option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.
Travel at your own pace with a Yanbu Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, HANCO or Enterprise and discover more of Yanbu and beyond.
Increase the odds of securing a great deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Yanbu Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Yanbu Airport (YNB) to central Yanbu
Yanbu Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Yanbu. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Yanbu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Yanbu Airport for June if you want to go to Yanbu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 40ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to YNB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Yanbu. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia, consider Mecca, roughly 354 kilometres south-east of Yanbu. View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park are the start of reasons to visit.