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Dubai International Airport

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Sometimes the journey really is the destination. Alight into a world of remarkable dining, retail and entertainment at Dubai International Airport (DXB). One of the world's busiest travel hubs, this Dubai airport boasts three sprawling terminals and two huge runways that operate around the clock, serving both passenger and cargo planes.

Inside the airport, passengers can enjoy streamlined connectivity between terminals via a sprawling concourse system and shuttle trains. There are easy self check-in counters and friendly staff on hand to assist visitors' needs.

Dubai airport shops, restaurants and activities

Emirates Airline is based exclusively at Dubai Airport Terminal 3 – where passengers can choose from a range of dining options or visit the Food Village DXB for a gourmet experience. Passengers can shop for luxury products, perfumes, electronics, fashion wear and more at the Dubai Duty Free – a one-stop shop destination located at arrivals and departures.

Business Class travellers and VIPs have access to chauffeur-driven cars, dedicated concierge services and world-class lounges. Those with granted access such as Emirates ID holders, can access Smart Gate immigration services.
 
DXB handles over 90 million passengers annually with over 6,500 flights weekly operated by over 140 airlines to more than 270 places around the world. What's more, the airport is installed with the largest solar energy system in order to reduce almost 30 percent of energy consumption in the city.
 
Located in Al Garhoud, Dubai International Airport is about a 20-minute taxi journey to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa in the central district of Downtown Dubai. From the airport to Abu Dhabi is around 90 minutes by taxi. If you're only in Dubai for a layover, why not book a three-hour tour of the city from the airport – taking in some of the destination's most iconic landmarks while you wait for your connecting flight.

Travelling to and from Dubai International Airport

Located in Al Garhoud, this airport handles more than 90 million passengers annually with over 6,500 flights weekly operated by over 140 airlines to more than 270 places around the world. Here are the various transport methods to get to and from the airport:

By taxi: Taxis are always plentiful in Dubai International Airport (DXB) and offer an easy way to reach your destination in the city. Prices start at AED25 and the charge for each kilometre after is around AED2. Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa are around a 20-minute drive from the airport, while Abu Dhabi Corniche is about one and a half hours away. You can also book a Tesla taxi before your flight and your driver will be waiting on arrival, with a fixed cost based on the kilometres travelled.

By rental car: You can drive into town by renting a car from numerous well-known companies at Dubai International Airport, including Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt and Dollar.

By Dubai Metro: The Red Line of the Dubai Metro connects directly to Terminals 1 and 3, making this a quick and inexpensive way to venture to and from the airport. Be sure to check the metro’s daily opening times before you arrive, as it is likely to be closed in the early hours of the morning.

By bus: There are a variety of buses that transport passengers to and from the airport. These include 11A from Terminal 1 (which goes to Gold Souq Bus Station), 13B from Terminal 2 (which goes to Al Qusais Bus Station) and 77 from Terminal 3 (which goes to Baniyas Square). Please note that you will need to purchase a Nol card before you take the metro or bus. Please visit rta.ae for detailed public transportation schedules.

By shuttle: There is a free shuttle service between DXB and DWC airports which departs every 30 minutes, 24 hours a day.

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