Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai four hours ahead of Nottingham.
Leave enough time to make your EMA to DXB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EMA and DXB:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Dublin Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport flight is C$233. A return fare is currently C$522. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EMA to DXB, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EMA to DXB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of East Midlands Airport, 75.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
East Midlands Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Nottingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EMA. Whether you're catching an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to central Dubai has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from East Midlands Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to explore other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.