Travelling from Dubai to Moscow: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Moscow.
Disembark at one of Moscow's major entry points like Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). You can also make your way to this city landing at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Dubai to Moscow flight.
The timezone in Moscow is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Vnukovo Airport (VKO) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 41 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Dubai to Moscow is with flydubai at 23:30. Opt for the first DXB to VKO departure operated by flydubai at 01:30 to make the most of your first day in Moscow.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Dubai to Moscow flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Moscow
To pick up cheap Dubai to Moscow flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can find a direct flight from Dubai to Moscow departing from Dubai Airport (DXB). Set out from DXB and then land at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
You can choose from various carriers offering direct Dubai to Moscow plane tickets with departures from DXB, including:
We make it a breeze to find a Dubai to Moscow flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sochi International Airport (AER)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai to Moscow or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Want to take off from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Moscow out of this major hub. Touch down at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) and skip the layovers.
Book a direct Dubai to Moscow plane ticket with one of these popular carriers that operate from DWC:
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Moscow:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to central Moscow takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near SVO if you have a late flight from Dubai to Moscow. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Moscow
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai to Moscow. July is the most popular month for a trip to Moscow. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book a Dubai to Moscow ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Moscow to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Moscow in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Russia
Moscow is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Russia you should also see. Around 386 kilometres east of Moscow, a trip to Nizhniy Novgorod will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.
Voronezh is another standout destination in Russia and is around 467 kilometres south of Moscow. No trip is complete without a visit to Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev.
