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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.R 6,338 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,338, select.
Dubai.R 6,344 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,344, select.
Dubai.R 6,921 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,921, select.
Dubai.R 6,941 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 21 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,941, select.
Dubai.R 7,127 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,127, select.
Dubai.R 7,156 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,156, select.
Dubai.R 7,258 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,258, select.
Dubai.R 7,288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,288, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from R 6,941
May
from R 6,921
Jun
from R 7,999
Jul
from R 7,258
Aug
from R 6,344
Sep
from R 6,338
Oct
from R 7,156
Nov
from R 7,288
Dec
from R 7,915
Jan
from R 8,116
Feb
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Mar
from R 7,127

Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Dubai

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Washington D.C. to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,338
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai is R 12,143. 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.
12 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
Emirates flies direct from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from R 12,143.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Dubai on Sunday, 16 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 59 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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Royal Jordanian. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is Emirates.

Travelling from Washington DC to Dubai: what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Washington DC to Dubai, there's a nice selection of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main options.

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's major entry points.

  • Around 13 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Washington DC to Dubai flight.

  • Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai eight hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your Washington DC to Dubai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like February? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Dubai

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Washington DC to Dubai flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Washington DC to Dubai throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Washington DC to Dubai.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Washington DC to Dubai flights.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • We make it a cinch to find a Washington DC to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Washington DC to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:

  • Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Prefer to take off from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Washington DC to Dubai, seamlessly connecting to Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Emirates offers direct Washington DC to Dubai plane tickets from IAD. Book your preferred seat and reach your destination in one go.

  • Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Dubai flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles International Airport and Dubai:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to Dubai, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Searching for a ticket from Washington DC to Dubai with a stop or two can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can detour to on the way to Dubai:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The journey to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.

  • Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Dubai flight:

  • Flights that take off from BWI land at their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • As soon as your flight from Washington DC to Dubai has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Washington DC to Dubai:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and be off and running.

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Dubai

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Dubai. January is the most popular month for a trip to Dubai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your Washington DC to Dubai tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

More about Dubai

  • Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Dubai, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top sights which should be on every Dubai itinerary.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading attractions. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Abu Dhabi is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without experiencing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

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

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