Travelling from Belfast to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport (DXB). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
Dubai is 4 hours ahead of Belfast. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Belfast to DXB.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Belfast to DXB departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is about 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and DXB include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 12 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 22 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to DXB, chill out in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Dubai Airport (DXB)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Dubai Airport, $371 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $560. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Belfast to DXB, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting flight tickets from Belfast to Dubai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Belfast to Dubai Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Dubai, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Belfast to DXB for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
After locking in your flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are must-do's during your Dubai adventure.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Belfast to Dubai Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Dubai. Browse the deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.