Travelling from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Salalah's timezone is UTC+4, which is the same as Dubai. Salalah International Airport is located in Salalah.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Salalah International Airport (SLL), with 17 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to SLL is the 04:15 flydubai service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:10 with flydubai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to SLL.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can hop on a direct flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL) out of Dubai Airport (DXB).
You can lock in a direct flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport with flydubai. This well-known airline operates services from DXB.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Dubai to SLL with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and SLL include:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
From central Dubai, DXB is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) offers nonstop flights from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL).
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to SLL, take it easy in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Salalah International Airport (SLL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SLL instead:
Getting from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to central Salalah
From Salalah International Airport, Salalah is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
For a one-way ticket from Dubai to Salalah International Airport, $186 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $324. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Dubai to SLL within that timeframe.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Salalah International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from Dubai to SLL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Salalah. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Dubai to SLL for May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salalah to range from 24ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport in January when temperatures average between 16ºC and 27ºC.
More about Salalah
After locking in your flight from Dubai to Salalah International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Salalah:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Museum of the Frankincense Land and Salalah Museum are major attractions which should be on any good Salalah itinerary.
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