Travelling from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the main airports in Dubai.
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight.
Luanda is three hours behind Dubai. Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is located in Luanda, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services every week. You can get from DXB to LAD on Emirates's 9:25am flight.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to LAD. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can find a direct flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
You can travel on a direct flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport with Emirates. This well-known airline operates departures from DXB.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between DXB and LAD is Emirates.
Among carriers on this route, Emirates has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to LAD departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
DXB is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can reach DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to LAD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LAD and shut your eyes sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Quatro de Fevereiro Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Luanda and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Right now, £394 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £827. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to LAD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Luanda. August is when most people book flights from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
When booking your Dubai to LAD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Luanda, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Luanda
After booking your flight from Dubai to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Luanda:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Luanda when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Ilha de Luanda followed by White Sand Beach and Church of Carmo.
Explore more of Angola
While Luanda is a great introduction to Angola, there's more adventure waiting for you in Uige. Around 241 kms (150 miles) to the north-east, this must-see city has a wealth of attractions, like Parish of the Holy Cross and Largo do Governo Provincial.
Any trip through Angola isn't complete without visiting Sumbe. Águas quentes do Conda and Grutas da Sassa are among the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Luanda.