Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Basra's timezone is UTC+3, making Basra one hour behind Dubai.
Each week, there are 20 Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, take the 07:55 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 14:10 with flydubai.
Your DXB to BSR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport, so jetting to Basra (and then seeing more parts of Iraq!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Emirates.
With 78.69% of its services arriving as scheduled, Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to BSR flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and BSR:
Hamad International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
$522 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $949. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to BSR, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to BSR.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
Once your Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport flight has landed, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Basrah International Airport Hotel is a good option within easy reach of BSR.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
From Basra International Airport, Basra is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Basra. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Basra International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basra, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC to 49ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to BSR in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be discovered after you've seen Basra. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Basra, Najaf is another favourite stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park.