Flying from Dubai to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Varna Airport (VAR) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Varna is two hours behind Dubai. Varna Airport is located in Varna, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Dubai to VAR won't wait if you're 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, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to VAR leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Varna Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of 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.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Dubai to VAR flight, stay in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Varna Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near VAR:
Go where the road takes you with a Varna Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and see more of Varna and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Varna Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Varna. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Varna Airport (VAR)
Right now, Rs55,087 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Varna Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs144,760. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to VAR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Varna Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Dubai to Varna Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Varna Airport (VAR)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Varna. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Varna Airport (VAR), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Dubai to VAR flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Varna to range from 18ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between -4ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Varna Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Varna
After booking your flight from Dubai to Varna Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Varna:
Sahara Beach and Beach Golden Sands are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Varna to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Opera Varna.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Varna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. Around 274 kilometres south-west of Varna, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Stara Zagora is another favourite destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Varna. No journey is complete without visiting Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
