Flying from Basra Airport (BSR) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Basra.
Choose from 18 weekly Basra Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with Iraqi Airways is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 16:25.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BSR to DXB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport, so getting to Dubai (and then exploring more of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Flydubai tops the list for bookings on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering BSR to DXB flights, with 78.33% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BSR and DXB:
Istanbul Airport
Hamad International Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basra Airport (BSR) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Basra Airport to Dubai Airport flight is £142. A round-trip ticket is currently £274. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BSR to DXB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Basra Airport (BSR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Basra Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Basra to Basra Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport, take a look at Basrah International Airport Hotel. It's a quick drive from BSR.
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Book a hotel near DXB if you have a late Basra Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Dubai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Basra Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BSR to DXB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kms (14 miles) north-east to Sharjah to check off its top attractions. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kms (75 miles) south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.