Travelling from Abha International Airport (AHB) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai.
Abha International Airport is located in Abha. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is one hour ahead of Abha.
The most popular route is from Abha International Airport (AHB) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). You can choose from 11 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AHB to DXB is the 13:15 flydubai option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 18:55 with flydubai.
Leave enough time to get on your AHB to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Abha International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai International Airport (DXB) will be your arrival point.
Flydubai is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Abha International Airport to Dubai.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from AHB to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The journey from central Abha to AHB takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to AHB:
Abha International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from AHB arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abha International Airport (AHB) to Dubai
ر.ق. 358 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abha International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 804. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from AHB to Dubai, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Abha International Airport to Dubai ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AHB to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your ride from Dubai International Airport about three weeks before your flight from AHB to Dubai can help you get the lowest rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The journey will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your AHB to Dubai flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the busiest month for flights from Abha International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Abha International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from AHB to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Abha International Airport to Dubai:
Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Dubai travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
