Travelling from Paris to Dubai: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Paris to Dubai. Check out your options for flying out of Paris from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
When landing in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the major entry points.
The average length of a direct Paris to Dubai flight is 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Dubai is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from 32 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from CDG to DXB is the 10:00 Emirates option. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 23:20 with Air France.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Paris to Dubai flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Dubai
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Paris to Dubai flights.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Paris to Dubai. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Dubai. From CDG, you can travel directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Secure your Paris to Dubai plane tickets with Emirates. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Paris to Dubai flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
64% of flights that leave from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your Paris to Dubai flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Dubai include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Prague Airport (PRG)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Paris to Dubai? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can lock in a ticket from Paris to Dubai with one or more stops out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and Dubai:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Dubai flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that take off from BVA arrive at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
The address of Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Dubai, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
After your flight from Paris to Dubai, tuck yourself in at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Rental and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Paris to Dubai. December is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Paris to Dubai ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Paris to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Dubai, check out our selection of hotels including:
Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. Around 26 kilometres east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.