Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Dalaman.
To ensure you get on your flight from DLM to Dubai, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from DLM to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Milas-Bodrum Airport (BJV)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
To enter United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey). However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Dalaman Airport to Dubai.
DLM is approximately 6 kilometres from central Dalaman. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 6 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near DLM? If you've booked an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dalaman Airport to Dubai is C$374. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$765. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DLM to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Dalaman Airport to Dubai is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from DLM to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai. July is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DLM to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dalaman Airport to Dubai:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are must-visits when exploring Dubai.
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