Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is eight hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
For a relaxed start to your FLL to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from FLL to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near FLL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
73.74% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Dubai
$582 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $1,132. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from FLL to Dubai, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from FLL to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Following your FLL to Dubai flight, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make picking up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before scheduling your flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Dubai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FLL to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you should also see. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.