Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Dubai: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai is 12 hours 22 minutes.
Dubai is 6 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route, with 7 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from ADL to DXB is with Emirates at 22:35. Go for the first departure operated by Emirates at 21:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from ADL to Dubai, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll be landing.
Be on the lookout for deals with Emirates. This carrier operates direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from ADL to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Perth Airport (PER)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When travelling to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Dubai.
ADL is about 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ADL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Dubai is 374 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 771 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from ADL to Dubai by booking 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Dubai. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Dubai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Following your flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ADL to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai. July is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ADL to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Dubai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
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