Dubai International Airport (DXB)

Dubai International Airport is the busiest airport in the world. DXB serves around 87 million passengers annually, with many international flights operated by United Arab Emirates, British Airways and Qantas Airways Limited.  

Palm tree sculpture in the middle of a central information desk at Dubai Airport.

Dubai Airport Services

Baggage services

Baggage services

To make your journey as stress-free as possible, Dubai Airport offers multiple baggage services to its passengers.

Porters: For a fee of €10 (AED 40) a porter will carry your luggage from the entrance of the airport to your flight or from baggage claim to your chosen mode of transportation.

Storage: Short-term storage is offered in Dubai Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Prices start at €9 (AED 35) for up to 12 hours.

Trolleys: Dubai International Airport offers large luggage trolleys free of charge for use inside the airport. This is a great option if you have multiple pieces of luggage to carry. 

dubai airport lounge

dubai airport lounge

Sleep 'n fly

Sleep ‘n fly

unlimited free wi-fi

unlimited free wi-fi

Dubai International Airport Parking

Each terminal at Dubai Airport has its own parking options. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer both Economy and Premium parking spots, while Terminal 3 offers only Economy parking. All three terminals have different pricing options for short and long stays.

Terminal 1

Offers Premium and Economy parking options. Walking to the terminal from Premium is 3 minutes and from Economy is 9 minutes. 

Economy prices start at €1.30 (AED 5) for 5 minutes and Premium parking starts at €6.40 (AED 25) for 1 hour.

Terminal 2

Dubai Airport Terminal 2 offers Economy and Premium parking. Premium spots are a 5 minute walk to the terminal and Economy parking is a 12 minute walk. 

The cost for one hour of parking at Dubai Airport Terminal 2 will be €7.70 (AED 30) in Premium and €3.80 (AED 15) in Economy. 

Terminal 3

Dubai Airport Terminal 3 parking is a 3 minute walk to the terminal building. 

Prices for parking at Terminal 3 start at €1.30 (AED 5) for 5 minutes. 

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Terminal Information

Dubai International Airport (DXB), is set out over 3 large terminals. For land-side transfers, Terminal 1 and 3 are connected via a metro line, while Terminal 2 is connected by a short taxi ride. If you’re transferring between flights, Dubai Airport offers a free shuttle between all three terminals. 

All three Dubai Airport terminals have incredible amenities to make your time relaxing and comfortable. You can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout Dubai Airport, there are 14 different luxury lounges, two different hotel options, spacious bathrooms, baby changing areas, smoking lounges, prayer rooms and money exchange kiosks. There are also hundreds of different Dubai Airport shops and restaurants to choose from, with the Dubai Airport Duty-Free staying open 24 hours a day. 

A plane takes off on the runway at Dubai Airport.
Terminal 1

Terminal 1

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Terminal 2

Terminal 2

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Terminal 3

Terminal 3

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Transportation options from and to Dubai Airport

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By Metro

The modern Dubai metro Red Line will reach the city centre in 24 minutes. 

There’s a wait time of around 4 to 7 minutes for the metro. 

By Bus

The local bus will whisk you off to the city centre of Dubai in around 30 minutes. 

The RTA buses run every 20 to 30 minutes. 

By Taxi

Taking a taxi from Dubai Airport to the city will take just 15 minutes. Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Dubai Airport.

For a more personalised and seamless journey, you can pre-book your airport transfer in Dubai with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups. 

By Car

There are plenty of car rental options at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Driving to the city will take around 15 minutes. 

*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination​ and traffic.

More connections from Dubai Airport

Public Transport

The RTA (Road Transit Authority) has created an extensive network of metro lines, trams and buses to get you all over the city. Dubai Airport has three different connections on this network, making it easy to get into the centre of Dubai and explore all the city has to offer from there. You can take the Red Line metro from the airport, then transfer to an RTA tram or take the Green Metro Line to reach the financial district and Dubai mall. There are also bus connections from the city centre of Dubai that will take you to popular surrounding cities such as Abu Dhabi. 

Taxis and private transfers

Dubai Airport – Nearby Hotels

Having somewhere to relax during a long layover, or somewhere close by to sleep before an early morning flight gives great peace of mind. Luckily, there are quite a few different options when it comes to picking your Dubai Airport hotel.
Dubai International Hotel

Dubai International Hotel

Inside Dubai Airport Terminal 1 and 3
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Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport

Located opposite Terminal 3 walkable in 10 minutes
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Premier Inn Dubai International Airport

Premier Inn Dubai International Airport

5 minute ride on free shuttle bus
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

15 minutes by train
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ibis Styles Dubai Airport

ibis Styles Dubai Airport

10 minute taxi ride
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

Dubai Airport is open 24/7.

Dubai Airport Duty-Free is open 24 hours a day.

Most restaurants operate 24/7.

Recommended Arrival Times

For exact arrival times and check-in desk opening times, it’s best to contact your airline directly.

Average arrival times to Dubai Airport are:

International Flights: 3 hours before.

Domestic Flights: 2 hours before.

*To save time at the airport, ensure you know which terminal you’re travelling from.

Airport Codes

Dubai Airport Code: DXB

ICAO: OMDB

Contact Information

Call Centre: +971 4 224 5555

Airport Services: +971 4 504 5000

Baggage Services: +971 4 214 4433

Frequently Asked Questions

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There are two major international airports in Dubai. The largest and busiest is Dubai International Airport (DXB), the secondary international airport is Dubai World Central, or Al Maktoum International (DWC).

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