Travelling from Dubai to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Dubai to Santorini International Airport (JTR). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira). The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours behind Dubai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to JTR.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Dubai to JTR leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
From central Dubai, DXB is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Santorini International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to JTR? Unwind in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Book a hotel close to JTR if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Santorini International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Santorini (Thira). With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
R 2,730 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Santorini International Airport. Return flights start from R 5,775. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Dubai to JTR. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have more options for departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Dubai to Santorini International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Dubai to JTR.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai to Santorini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Santorini International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Santorini (Thira) in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Dubai to JTR for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santorini (Thira) to range from 23ºC to 27ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 10ºC and 16ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Dubai to Santorini International Airport.
More about Santorini (Thira)
After booking your flight from Dubai to Santorini International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
Fira and Santorini caldera are a couple of top attractions to put on your Santorini (Thira) travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at View point on Red Beach.
Complete your Santorini (Thira) trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Dubai to Santorini International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Santorini (Thira) and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.