Flying from Harare Airport (HRE) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai two hours ahead of Harare.
To ensure you catch your HRE to DXB flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Harare Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HRE and DXB:
Addis Ababa Airport
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Lusaka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harare Airport (HRE) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, £265 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Harare Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £399. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HRE to DXB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Harare Airport to Dubai Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HRE to DXB.
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Handy information about Harare Airport (HRE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Harare Airport, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Harare to Harare Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Harare Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near HRE:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a late Harare Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the busiest month for flights from Harare Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Dubai in March.
When booking your flight from Harare Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HRE to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kms (14 miles) north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading sights. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Abu Dhabi is another favourite destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kms (75 miles) south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without experiencing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.