Flying from Lungi International Airport (FNA) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is four hours ahead of Freetown, where Lungi International Airport is located. Dubai observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your FNA to Dubai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from FNA to Dubai with a stopover is simple. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A key stop is Mohamed V International Airport (CMN).
FNA is about 14 kilometres from central Freetown. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near FNA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lungi International Airport to Dubai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
61.59% of flights that leave from Lungi International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lungi International Airport (FNA) to Dubai
618 € is currently the best price for a one-way Lungi International Airport to Dubai flight. Return plane tickets start at 905 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FNA to Dubai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Lungi International Airport to Dubai ticket.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lungi International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Lungi International Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from FNA to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Following your flight from Lungi International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
After stepping off your FNA to Dubai flight, rest your head at a hotel close to DWC. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
Visit Dubai during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lungi International Airport to Dubai during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Lungi International Airport to Dubai plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FNA to Dubai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Lungi International Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates you should also see. About 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without visiting Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
