Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 8 hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from RDU to Dubai. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from RDU to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You will need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Durham, RDU can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubai
₹ 37,132 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 67,435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 49 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
As soon as your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai has touched down, 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).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near DWC. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from RDU to Dubai at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai. To escape the crowds, head to Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from RDU to Dubai sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
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