Travelling from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI).
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is 8 hours behind Dubai. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to VVI.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Dubai to VVI with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DXB and VVI include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to VVI, chill out in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near VVI:
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
Viru Viru International Airport to the centre of Santa Cruz is about 32 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
For a one-way ticket from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport, 568 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from 1.398 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Dubai to VVI. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Finding cheap tickets from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Dubai to VVI.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Santa Cruz. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Santa Cruz. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Dubai to VVI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 33ºC.
More about Santa Cruz
Be sure to add Plaza Principal de Tres Cruces to your trip itinerary. This is one of the most popular things to do and see while you're in Santa Cruz.
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Choose one of our car rentals in Santa Cruz and explore on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Dubai to Viru Viru International Airport.
