Flying from Philadelphia to Dubai: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts 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 reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Dubai taking off from here.
When working out where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the major entry points.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai eight hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Dubai flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Dubai
To pick up cheap Philadelphia to Dubai flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Philadelphia to Dubai throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Philadelphia to Dubai flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a breeze to find a Philadelphia to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Philadelphia to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to DWC. Unwind after your Philadelphia to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Dubai. January is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Dubai ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Dubai, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
