Travelling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 14 hours ahead of Honolulu.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from HNL to Dubai. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from HNL to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You'll need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Honolulu, HNL can be reached in about 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours and 58 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to HNL? If you've booked an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Dubai
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai is $926. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,646. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HNL to Dubai. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from HNL to Dubai at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Dubai, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from HNL to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Dubai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.
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