Travelling from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Dubai: what you need to know
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located in Guwahati. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is one hour 30 minutes behind Guwahati.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GAU to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from GAU to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
GAU is around 13 kilometres from central Guwahati. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near GAU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
71.9% of flights leaving from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Dubai
Rs55,754 is currently the best price for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs120,969. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from GAU to Dubai, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GAU to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from GAU to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Following your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your GAU to Dubai flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and be off and running.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from GAU to Dubai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Dubai, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No journey is complete without dropping by Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
