Travelling from Dubai to Puducherry Airport (PNY): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Puducherry Airport (PNY).
The timezone in Puducherry is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Puducherry Airport is located in Puducherry.
Your flight from Dubai to PNY won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Puducherry Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Dubai to PNY flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Puducherry Airport (PNY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Puducherry Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PNY instead:
Getting from Puducherry Airport (PNY) to central Puducherry
Central Puducherry is around 3 kilometres from Puducherry Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Puducherry Airport (PNY)
Rs43,720 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Puducherry Airport. Return flights start from Rs90,341. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to PNY if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Dubai to Puducherry Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Puducherry Airport (PNY)
Understand your travel style before deciding when to book your flight from Dubai to Puducherry Airport (PNY). Puducherry buzzes in peak season, but flight and hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit in a low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Dubai to PNY flight ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puducherry to range from 27ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Puducherry Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 29ºC.
More about Puducherry
Start your Puducherry trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Puducherry Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Paradise Beach and (Pondicherry) are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Puducherry must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pondicherry french city (White Town).
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Puducherry. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 137 kilometres north of Puducherry, Chennai is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
