Travelling from Minneapolis to Dubai: what you need to know
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Dubai leaving from here.
Step off your plane in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is nine hours ahead of Minneapolis.
To ensure you make it on your Minneapolis to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Dubai
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Minneapolis to Dubai flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Minneapolis to Dubai.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Minneapolis to Dubai.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Minneapolis to Dubai flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
We make it easy to find a Minneapolis to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis to Dubai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near DWC. Tuck yourself in after your Minneapolis to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you save.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Dubai. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your Minneapolis to Dubai tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are a couple of top attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
