Travelling from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
14 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Houston to Dubai Airport.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 9 hours ahead of Houston.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Emirates at 19:55. Opt for the first IAH to DXB departure operated by Emirates at 19:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Houston to DXB. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can find a direct flight from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Dubai Airport with Emirates. This top airline operates services from IAH.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Houston to DXB that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between IAH and DXB include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
From central Houston, IAH is around 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Looking for a handy hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Want more options for a direct flight from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB)? Check out the fares jetting out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Emirates has direct flights from Houston to DXB out of HOU. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Dubai Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between William P. Hobby Airport and DXB:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in about 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to DXB:
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Dubai Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to central Dubai is around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Houston to Dubai Airport from 363 € or travel return from just 699 €. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To snag cheap tickets from Houston to DXB, book your trip 8 months ahead of your departure.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Houston to Dubai Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Houston to DXB.
Customise your trip using filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Houston to Dubai Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Houston to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Dubai. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Houston to DXB sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Dubai Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Dubai Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
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