Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai four hours ahead of Porto.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your OPO to DXB flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between OPO and DXB:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
At the moment, $206 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $458. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OPO to DXB, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from OPO to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Porto Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Porto Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from OPO to DXB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.