Al Maktoum International Airport was opened in 2010 for cargo flights and began accepting passenger flights in 2013. Once completed, the airport is set to be the largest in the world, offering flights for over 160 million passengers each year. Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport is located around 40 km from Dubai city center and offers flights from airlines such as S7 Airlines, Wizz Air and Luxair.
Al Maktoum Airport Services
Airport Lounge
There’s a premium lounge at Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport called Marhaba Lounge. The lounge accepts both Elites and PriorityPass holders for free. You can enjoy snacks, large TVs, non-alcoholic beverages, large bathrooms, super-fast Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines.
*The maximum stay at Marhaba Lounge is 2 hours.
Free Wi-Fi
Al Maktoum International Airport Parking
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) has a large 2,500-space car park, which is 100% free for all passengers and visitors.
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport currently has one modern terminal. The terminal offers both international and domestic flights, usually from low-cost airlines.
You’ll find plenty of ways to spend your time in Al Maktoum Airport, thanks to the free Wi-Fi, expansive Dubai Duty-Free store, delicious food and drink options in the food court, spacious bathrooms and premium Marhaba Lounge.
Al Maktoum Airport Terminal
Transportation options from and to Al Maktoum International Airport Dubai
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By Bus
The F55 public bus runs to Battuta Metro Station, where you can take the Green Line metro into Dubai in 60 minutes.
*The F55 bus leaves every 60 minutes.
By Taxi
Taking a local Al Maktoum Airport taxi to Dubai will take 40 minutes.
*For a more personalized and seamless journey, you can pre-book your Al Maktoum Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Al Maktoum Dubai Airport has a few different car rental options. Travel time to Dubai center is 40 minutes.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
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Taxis and Private Transfers
Outside of the Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport terminal, you will find a taxi rank that’s open 24 hours a day. These local taxis can whisk you off to any destination in Dubai and beyond.
For a more seamless and comfortable journey, you can also pre-book your Al Maktoum Airport taxi with a private company such as Welcome Pickups. You won’t have to wait in line for the local taxis or barter for prices.
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Practical Information
Opening Hours
The Al Maktoum Airport in Dubai is open 24 hours a day.
Recommended Arrival Times
For exact arrival times and check-in desk opening hours, it’s important to contact the your airline directly.
However, as a guide, you can arrive around 2.5 hours before an international flight and 1.5 hours before a domestic flight.
Airport Codes
Al Maktoum International Airport code
IATA: DWC
ICAO: OMDW
Contact Information
To contact Al Maktoum International Airport, you can call +971 (4) 224 5555.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Airlines fly to Al Maktoum Airport?
A handful of airlines fly to Al Maktoum Airport Dubai; Azimuth, Air Cairo, Bernie Airways, Enter Air, FlyOne, Hunnu Air, Luxair, Probed, Rossiya Airlines, S7 Airlines, Smartlynx Airlines, Smartwings, Ural Airlines, Utair and Wizz Air.