Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport is 6 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Barcelona.
You can choose from 21 weekly Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 14:30 departure with Emirates is the earliest available. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 21:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BCN to DXB flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Emirates is your gateway to exploring Dubai (and maybe even some other great corners of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
With 78.82% of its services landing on schedule, Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering BCN to DXB flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BCN and DXB:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart BCN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Barcelona Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you're taking a late Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BCN to DXB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
