Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is 9 hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from BHM to Dubai, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
We make it easy to find a flight from BHM to Dubai with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you have a passport from United States, you'll need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
To get to BHM from central Birmingham, it takes about 11 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BHM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Dubai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai is ₹ 55,759. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 102,595. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from BHM to Dubai. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Getting a cheap ticket from BHM to Dubai is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from BHM to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Dubai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BHM to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai, check out our range of hotels including:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just two of the major attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Desert safari tourism.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Dubai isn't the only thing we're good at. Check out our car rentals in Dubai and explore the city on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.
