Travelling from Dubai to General Santos International Airport (GES): What you need to know
General Santos International Airport is located in General Santos. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is four hours ahead of Dubai.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dubai to GES, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Dubai to GES, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is an option when you're setting off from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai to General Santos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to GES flight:
57% of all departures from Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About General Santos International Airport (GES)
Reserve a hotel near GES if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to General Santos International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Getting from General Santos International Airport (GES) to central General Santos
Central General Santos is around 14 kilometres from General Santos International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to General Santos International Airport (GES)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to General Santos International Airport is 206 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 333 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to GES. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Dubai to General Santos International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Dubai to General Santos International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to General Santos International Airport (GES)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dubai to General Santos International Airport (GES). December is when most people travel to General Santos. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in October.
The warmest month in General Santos is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Dubai to GES plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to General Santos International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about General Santos
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to General Santos International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring General Santos:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in General Santos when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Barikot View Deck followed by Lamtiles Nature Park and Buko-Buko Peak.
Explore more of the Philippines
Around 129 kilometres northeast of General Santos, Davao is another essential stop in the Philippines. No visit is complete without checking out San Pedro Cathedral in Davao, Epol Falls and Lantaw Davao.