Travelling from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is ten hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your MSP to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from MSP to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Located around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MSP:
77% of flights that leave from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport make it to their destination on time.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai flight is Rs125,330. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs230,003. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MSP to Dubai. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai ticket.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near DXB if you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your ride from Dubai International Airport around three weeks before your flight from MSP to Dubai can help you get the best possible rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Following your MSP to Dubai flight, kick back at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
December is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Dubai:
Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, your itinerary will be busy.