Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai and you'll be in the air for around 14 hours 9 minutes.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 8 hours ahead of New York.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 20 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from JFK to DXB is with Emirates at 23:00. Choose the first departure operated by Emirates at 10:40 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from JFK to Dubai. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll arrive.
Emirates is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JFK to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
You will need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai
$474 is the best price for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai. Return flights start from $765. These fares may change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from JFK to Dubai, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you're taking a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from JFK to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai. July is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from JFK to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
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There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
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