Flying from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB). Check out your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Dubai Airport flight.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of New York. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai Airport (DXB), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from JFK to DXB is the 10:40am Emirates service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 11pm with Emirates.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from New York to DXB. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB) leave from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from New York to Dubai Airport with Emirates. This top airline operates services from JFK.
The most frequently booked airline between JFK and DXB is Emirates.
Among carriers operating on this route, Emirates is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to DXB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Looking to fly out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Dubai Airport (DXB) plane tickets can be booked from here.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to DXB are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from EWR to DXB.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Dubai Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with United Airlines than with any other carrier.
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Dubai Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and DXB:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your New York to DXB flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can lock in a plane ticket from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB) with a stop or two leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). These are some of the most popular stopovers between LGA and DXB:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Make catching an early New York to Dubai Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
Have a late flight from New York to Dubai Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near DXB and hit the lights earlier:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Dubai Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Central Dubai is roughly 10 kilometres from Dubai Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Right now, 235 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 520 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to DXB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your New York to Dubai Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from New York to DXB.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from New York to Dubai Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB). Visit Dubai in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your New York to DXB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Dubai Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Dubai Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa are top attractions which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 105 kilometres east of Dubai. Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach are among its highlights.
