Flying from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Puerto Princesa is four hours ahead of Dubai. Puerto Princesa International Airport is located in Puerto Princesa, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Dubai to PPS won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Dubai to PPS, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is an option when leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to PPS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of flights taking off from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PPS and turn in quicker:
Grab a Puerto Princesa International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Princesa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
197 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport. Return flights start at 330 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to PPS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Find a cheap flight from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS). Visit Puerto Princesa in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Dubai to PPS plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puerto Princesa to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Puerto Princesa
Start your Puerto Princesa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Puerto Princesa International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Dos Palmas, Firefly Watching and Tubbataha Management Office are highlights which should feature on any good Puerto Princesa itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
Puerto Princesa is just scratching the surface of what the Philippines has to offer. Extend your adventure to Rio Tuba, which is around 193 kilometres away to the south-west. From Sto. Niño Quasi-Parish Church to Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus, there's plenty to keep you busy in this fascinating city.
El Nido is another sought-after destination in the Philippines and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Puerto Princesa. No journey is complete without visiting El Nido Paradise, El Nido boat tours embark and El Nido Beach.