Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is four hours ahead of Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BRS to Dubai flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BRS to Dubai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
BRS is around 11 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BRS? If you're catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
69.8% of flights departing from Bristol Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Dubai
132 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Dubai flight. Return plane tickets start from 243 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BRS to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Bristol Airport to Dubai. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your flight from BRS to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bristol Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BRS to Dubai flight:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Visit Dubai in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bristol Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Bristol Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Dubai, explore our selection of hotels including:
The Dubai Mall Heart and Burj Khalifa are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Dubai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, your itinerary will be busy.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without experiencing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.