Travelling from Paris to Dubai: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Paris to Dubai, there's a nice range of airports you can take off from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main options.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's chief entry points.
The average length of a direct Paris to Dubai flight is 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 31 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Paris to Dubai is with Air France at 23:20. Choose the first CDG to DXB departure operated by Emirates at 10:00 to maximise your time in Dubai.
To ensure you make your Paris to Dubai flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Dubai
Book three months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Paris to Dubai flights.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Paris to Dubai. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Dubai. From CDG, you can fly directly into Dubai Airport (DXB).
Reserve your Paris to Dubai plane tickets with Emirates. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from CDG.
We make it easy to find a Paris to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CDG is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paris to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Dubai flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Dubai:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
ORY is about 14 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Dubai, unwind in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Choosing a ticket from Paris to Dubai with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to Dubai:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The journey time to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Dubai flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
The street address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Paris to Dubai. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Paris to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 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 flight from Paris to Dubai:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Dubai. January is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Paris to Dubai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are must-do's during your Dubai adventure.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Abu Dhabi is another must-experience destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
