Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dubai: what you need to know
Approximately 16 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is nine hours ahead of Houston, where George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with seven weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from IAH to DXB at 19:10 with Emirates.
To avoid missing your IAH to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai ticket. Begin your trip at IAH and touch down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Take to the skies with Emirates. This popular carrier offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from IAH to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to IAH? If you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dubai
C$506 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is C$1,019. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IAH to Dubai.
The best month for picking up cheap George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Dubai can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Following your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your IAH to Dubai flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are top attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.