Travelling from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport (DXB) departing from here.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of Philadelphia. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai.
Your flight from Philadelphia to DXB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Philadelphia to DXB that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PHL and DXB include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can get to TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Philadelphia to DXB flight? Unwind in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
The majority of flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near DXB and get cosy, quick:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Dubai Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, 336 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 671 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to DXB, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Philadelphia to Dubai Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Philadelphia to DXB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport (DXB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport (DXB), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Philadelphia to DXB plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Dubai Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa and Burj Khalifa are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at At the top Burj Khalifa.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 105 kilometres east of Dubai. Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach are key highlights.
