Travelling from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ) departing from here.
Jump on a direct Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Jazan is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai. King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport is located in Jazan.
You can pick from 4 direct flights every week between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ). This is the most popular route, with flydubai offering a 10:55am departure from DXB to GIZ.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Dubai to GIZ.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ) departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
When leaving from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport with flydubai.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between DXB and GIZ is flydubai.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is flydubai. Its services land as planned 74.29% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to GIZ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Dubai International Airport:
74% of flights that depart Dubai International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to GIZ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
About King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near GIZ:
Pick up a King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport rental car and explore Jazan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Final Rentals and Key Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ) to central Jazan
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Jazan. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ)
At the moment, $147 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $364. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to GIZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. June is the quietest month to go to Jazan. October is when most people book flights from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (GIZ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Jazan is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Dubai to GIZ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Jazan
After booking your flight from Dubai to King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jazan:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Jazan when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Beach Corniche followed by South Corniche Waterfront and Almarjan beach.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dive deeper into what Saudi Arabia has to offer with a trip to Khamis Mushait, located around 193 kilometres north of Jazan. From Ezz Bin Abdul Salam Grand Mosque to other popular attractions, you'll find plenty of things to put on your itinerary.
Around 153 kilometres north of Jazan, Abha is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience major highlights starting with Waterfall Park, Al soudah and Asir Régional Museum.