Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is nine hours ahead of St Louis.
To avoid missing your STL to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from STL to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 16 kilometres from central St Louis, STL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to STL? If you're boarding an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
78.04% of flights taking off from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Dubai
The best price we've seen for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai flight is C$597. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,370. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from STL to Dubai. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from STL to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Go where the road takes you 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.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from STL to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
After stepping off your STL to Dubai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Rental and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
Visit Dubai during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STL to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should feature on every 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 taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Khawr Fakkān, roughly 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are key reasons to visit.
