Flying from New York to Dubai: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Dubai. Explore your options for leaving New York from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's major gateways.
The average time for a direct flight from New York to Dubai is 12 hours 50 minutes. Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai 8 hours ahead of New York.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 10 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from New York to Dubai is with United Airlines at 22:45. Go for the first EWR to DXB departure operated by United Airlines at 21:15 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to Dubai, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you hold a passport from United States, you'll need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from New York to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Flying from New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can reserve a direct flight from New York to Dubai departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Start your trip at EWR and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
When taking off from EWR, you can catch a direct flight from New York to Dubai with United Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from New York to Dubai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Newark Liberty International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can take a nonstop flight from New York to Dubai departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your travels at JFK and hop off the plane at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Board your direct flight from New York to Dubai with Emirates. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of JFK.
Break up your flight from New York to Dubai with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Dubai include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It takes 48 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Dubai:
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from New York to Dubai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from New York to Dubai:
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Dubai
Right now, RM1,409 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Dubai. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,507. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from New York to Dubai by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Dubai. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Dubai, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from New York to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from New York to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York to Dubai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
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