Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport is 10 hours 20 minutes.
Dubai is five hours behind Osaka and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from ten weekly Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 23:30 departure with Emirates is the earliest available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
To ensure you get on your KIX to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates has direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Emirates.
With an impressive 86.67% of services arriving as scheduled, Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating KIX to DXB flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between KIX and DXB include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is R 3,991. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 7,135. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from KIX to DXB, book your trip six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KIX to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near KIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you're catching a late Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Booking your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kansai International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KIX to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without seeing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.