Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 4 hours ahead of Southampton, where Southampton Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from SOU to Dubai, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from SOU to Dubai with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Southampton Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Southampton, SOU can be reached in about 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 26 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to SOU? If you've booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Dubai
C$287 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Dubai. A return flight starts at C$638. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOU to Dubai, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Southampton Airport to Dubai is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SOU to Dubai. You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Southampton Airport to Dubai. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Following your flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
After your flight from SOU to Dubai, kick back at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from SOU to Dubai sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in Dubai, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
