Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Take your pick of 133 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 04:10 departure with flydubai is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 21:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DEL to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
There are direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport, so getting to Dubai (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that offers DEL to DXB flights. A dependable 88.52% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DEL and DXB:
Surat Gujarat Airport
Muscat International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 101 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 195 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from DEL to DXB, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights leaving Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive on time at their destination.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEL to DXB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its popular sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are key highlights.
