Flying from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Singapore's main base, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Take a direct Singapore to Dubai International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours behind Singapore. Dubai International Airport is located in Dubai.
The most popular route is from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Dubai International Airport (DXB), with 35 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from SIN to DXB is the 12:30am Emirates option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9pm with Emirates.
To ensure you catch your flight from Singapore to DXB, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB) take off from this terminal.
Emirates is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Singapore to Dubai International Airport departing from SIN.
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates between SIN and DXB.
With an impressive 85.25% of services arriving as planned, Singapore Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Singapore to DXB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Singapore Changi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Dubai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74% of flights leaving from Singapore Changi Airport land at their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The distance from Singapore's city centre to XSP is roughly 14 kilometres. Take into account the available transport options and potential delays when working out the fastest way to get to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Singapore to DXB flight? Kick back in a hotel near Seletar Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Seletar Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Dubai International Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Singapore to Dubai International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near DXB:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Singapore to Dubai International Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai International Airport, central Dubai is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB)
At the moment, $201 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Dubai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $419. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Singapore to DXB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Singapore to Dubai International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Singapore to DXB.
Find a cheap flight from Singapore to Dubai International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Singapore to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Visit Dubai in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Singapore to DXB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Dubai International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Singapore to Dubai International Airport:
Your Dubai trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
