Flying from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): What you need to know
Marseille is three hours behind Dubai. Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dubai to MRS, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to MRS departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
71% of flights that take off from Dubai International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Add a stopover to your journey at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) departing Al Maktoum International Airport.
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to MRS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of flights taking off from Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MRS if you have a late flight from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport flight.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Central Marseille is around 27 kilometres from Marseille Provence Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport is $308. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $609. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to MRS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
November is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Marseille based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Dubai to MRS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Marseille to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Marseille
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Marseille right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Dubai to Marseille Provence Airport:
Your Marseille visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
Explore more of France
Marseille has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France you should also see. Around 257 kilometres north of Marseille, a trip to Lyon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nice is another standout destination in France and is around 161 kilometres east of Marseille. No journey is complete without dropping by Vieux-Nice, Promenade Des Anglais and Plage de Nice.
