Flying from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 4 hours ahead of Abidjan, where Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from ABJ to Dubai.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from ABJ to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
To enter United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from Ivory Coast. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai.
ABJ is about 21 kilometres from central Abidjan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ABJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Dubai
C$625 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$932. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ABJ to Dubai, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
As soon as your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ABJ to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Dubai, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from ABJ to Dubai sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Dubai, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are a couple of major attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Desert safari tourism.
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