Flying from Cincinnati to Dubai: what you need to know
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is Cincinnati's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Cincinnati to Dubai departing from here.
Hop off your plane in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Dubai is eight hours ahead of Cincinnati and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Cincinnati to Dubai flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Dubai
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Cincinnati to Dubai flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Cincinnati to Dubai.
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Flying from Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Cincinnati to Dubai flights leaving from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central Cincinnati to CVG takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 193 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
77.0% of flights that leave from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cincinnati to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your Cincinnati to Dubai flight.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Following your flight from Cincinnati to Dubai, it'll take you approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Cincinnati to Dubai, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you save.
Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Cincinnati to Dubai, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Cincinnati to Dubai ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap flights from Cincinnati to Dubai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Cincinnati to Dubai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading attractions. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.
