Flying from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Around 13 hours 4 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from New York to Dubai Airport.
Dubai is 8 hours ahead of New York. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 10:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from EWR to DXB is with Emirates at 23:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to DXB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can hop on a direct flight from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB) out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can travel on a direct flight from New York to Dubai Airport with United. This leading airline operates departures from EWR.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from New York to DXB departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central New York to EWR is roughly 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from New York to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) operates direct flights from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Get on your direct flight from New York to DXB with Emirates. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of JFK.
Split up your flight from New York to Dubai Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and DXB include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You can arrive at JFK from the centre of New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to DXB, unwind in one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Dubai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Pick up a one-way ticket from New York to Dubai Airport from Rs79,481 or travel return from just Rs172,857. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from New York to DXB if you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from New York to Dubai Airport, plan your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from New York to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Dubai in April when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Dubai. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from New York to DXB sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 14ºC and 25ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Dubai Airport.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from New York to Dubai Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
One of the best ways to get to know Dubai is to visit its top attractions. Some highlights include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
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