Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of Rochester.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ROC to DXB flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ROC and DXB:
O'Hare International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
C$673 is currently the best price for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start from C$1,384. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from ROC to DXB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ROC to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
73.76% of flights taking off from Greater Rochester International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Greater Rochester International Airport from central Rochester, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ROC:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you have a late Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to explore Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ROC to DXB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.