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Flight deals from Washington Dulles to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,274. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.$1,248 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,248, select.
Dubai.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.
Dubai.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.
Dubai.$1,271 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,271, select.
Dubai.$1,271 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,271, select.
Dubai.$1,274 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,274, select.
Dubai.$1,277 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,277, select.
Dubai.$1,284 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,284, select.
Dubai.$1,292 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,292, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.
Dubai.$1,294 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,294, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jul
from $1,298
Aug
from $1,274
Sep
from $1,293
Oct
from $1,284
Nov
from $1,271
Dec
from $1,329
Jan
from $1,258
Feb
from $1,258
Mar
from $1,292
Apr
from $1,322
May
from $1,298
Jun
from $1,443

Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Dubai

Washington Dulles to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

Dubai

6km from central Dubai
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Sharjah

20km from central Dubai
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

44km from central Dubai
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Ras Al Khaimah

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Washington D.C. to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,248
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time13 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Dubai is $1,248. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Dubai.
Emirates flies direct from Washington Dulles to Dubai.
As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Dubai is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport on Tuesday, 24 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Saudia and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport is 13 hours.

  • Dubai is nine hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Flights from IAD to DXB start at 10:30 — the earliest with Emirates. The latest departure is at 11:15 with Emirates. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your IAD to DXB flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Dubai (and then discovering more of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Emirates. This popular airline offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.

  • Among carriers operating IAD to DXB flights, Emirates has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between IAD and DXB:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Cairo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $650. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,248. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get cheap tickets from IAD to DXB, book your journey two months before your planned departure.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAD to DXB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • 77% of flights departing from Washington Dulles Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:

  • 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 Rental and experience more of Dubai and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • December is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Dubai in March.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IAD to DXB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of the United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Dubai

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