Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
7 hours 30 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. Dubai is 4 hours ahead of Glasgow and operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport start at 07:20 — the first with Emirates. The latest flight in the day is the 14:35 option with Emirates. In total, there are 10 services every week from GLA to DXB.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Emirates is your gateway to discovering Dubai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Arab Emirates!). Look through the direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this popular airline.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and DXB are:
London Heathrow Airport
Vienna International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from GLA to DXB, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
$243 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. A return flight starts at $612. These prices can change based on demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from GLA to DXB.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from GLA to DXB. There's no need to search every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Travelling from central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near GLA? If you're on an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Dubai in April.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from GLA to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from GLA to DXB, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are among the things you can't miss in Dubai.
You'll find more than one way to get to Dubai. Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is also a popular choice. Look into the prices and departure times from this international airport.
Complete your Dubai trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Dubai Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Dubai stay.