Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubai: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is nine hours ahead of Durham.
To avoid missing your RDU to Dubai flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from RDU to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
RDU is around 16 kilometers from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dubai
AED 1,574 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai flight. A return plane ticket starts at AED 2,759. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from RDU to Dubai, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from RDU to Dubai.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 14 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Booking your ride from Dubai International Airport around three weeks before your flight from RDU to Dubai can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The center of Dubai is about 48 kilometers from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RDU to Dubai flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dubai
December is the quietest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are leading attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometers southwest of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
