Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Dubai: what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is three hours ahead of Frankfurt.
With 28 weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 09:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from FRA to DXB is with Emirates at 22:20.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your FRA to Dubai flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Direct Frankfurt Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai International Airport (DXB) will be your arrival point.
Emirates is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from FRA to Dubai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to FRA:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Dubai
$307 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $585. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from FRA to Dubai, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Frankfurt Airport to Dubai tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FRA to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from FRA to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Following your FRA to Dubai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Frankfurt Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Dubai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.






