Travelling from Bangkok to Dubai: what you need to know
Bangkok has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Dubai leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Hop off your plane in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Jump on a direct Bangkok to Dubai flight and you'll be flying for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Dubai is three hours behind Bangkok and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Bangkok to Dubai is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Dubai Airport (DXB). You can select from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to DXB is the 01:05 Emirates option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:35 with Emirates.
To ensure you make it on your Bangkok to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Dubai
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Dubai flights.
June is the best month for landing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Bangkok to Dubai. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Find a cheap Bangkok to Dubai flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Set off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Dubai. From BKK, you can land directly at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Check out the promotions with Emirates. This airline offers direct Bangkok to Dubai plane tickets from BKK.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Bangkok to Dubai flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
67.87% of flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport reach their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your Bangkok to Dubai flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and Dubai are:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Krabi Airport (KBV)
You can get to DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Bangkok to Dubai? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Bangkok to Dubai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Bangkok to Dubai, unwind at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Dubai. January is the busiest month to travel to Dubai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Bangkok to Dubai ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Dubai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.
