Travelling from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW): What you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Take off on a direct Dubai to Atyrau Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.
Atyrau is one hour ahead of Dubai. Atyrau Airport is located in Atyrau, which is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Atyrau Airport (GUW) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. Travel from DXB to GUW on Air Astana's 12pm departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to GUW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Take the express route from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW) operate from here.
When leaving from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport with Air Astana.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between DXB and GUW is Air Astana.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Dubai to GUW with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DXB and GUW include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can arrive at DWC from central Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to GUW flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Atyrau Airport (GUW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near GUW:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
Currently, Rs57,787 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Atyrau Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs121,559. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to GUW. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Dubai to Atyrau Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW)
June is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Atyrau Airport (GUW). Plan your visit to Atyrau in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Dubai to GUW flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atyrau to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Atyrau Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 0ºC.
More about Atyrau
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Atyrau right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dubai to Atyrau Airport:
Isatay and Makhambet Square and Orthodox Church are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Atyrau must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Atyrau Art Museum.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Atyrau is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Kazakhstan just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres east of Atyrau, a trip to Qulsary will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Park Vokzal, Stolovaya Gostinitsa Biseken and Truba Nachalo.
Your journey through Kazakhstan wouldn't feel complete without exploring Maqat. Bayge Tobe is a highlight in this destination, which is about 129 kilometres north-east of Atyrau.
