Flying from Dubai to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Los Angeles leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Touch down in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
16 hours 19 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Los Angeles. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 11 hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 10 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Dubai to Los Angeles is with Emirates at 08:55. Go for the first DXB to LAX departure operated by Emirates at 08:30 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Dubai to Los Angeles.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Set off from Dubai Airport (DXB) on a nonstop flight from Dubai to Los Angeles. From DXB, you can travel directly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
When leaving from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Los Angeles with Emirates.
We make it easy to find a flight from Dubai to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see the options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, browse these options when leaving from Dubai Airport:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles:
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, allow for a drive time of approximately 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You'll find some cosy stays ready to welcome you near VNY. Kick back after your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Los Angeles
Right now, 348 € is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Los Angeles. The cheapest price for a return flight is 646 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Dubai to Los Angeles, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Los Angeles. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Dubai to Los Angeles every day.
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Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
Lock in your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles for August if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Los Angeles, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Los Angeles. Whether you're after a compact ride, an SUV or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.