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Dubai.£411 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £411, select.

Dubai.£415 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Dubai.£420 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 14 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £420, select.

Dubai.£425 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Tue, 19 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £425, select.

Dubai.£427 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.

Dubai.£427 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Feb, returning Thu, 26 Feb.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.

Dubai.£427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.

Dubai.£436 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £436, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Alternative New York to Dubai routes

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New York to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£411
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	12 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	24

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Finding cheap flights from New York to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Dubai?

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.

How much are return flights from New York to Dubai?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Dubai is £411. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York to Dubai?

12 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Dubai?

Emirates and United fly direct from New York to Dubai.

How many flights are there a week from New York to Dubai?

As of February 2026, there are 96 flights per week flying from New York to Dubai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Dubai is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Dubai?

If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 3.5 miles away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from £411.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Dubai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Dubai on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York to Dubai?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 54 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York to Dubai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dubai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Dubai?

In February, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Dubai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Gulf Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is Emirates.

Travelling from New York to Dubai: what you need to know

You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from New York to Dubai. Explore your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
When working out where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the primary gateways.
Around 12 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Dubai flight.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai eight hours ahead of New York.
The busiest route for flights from New York to Dubai is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from JFK to DXB is the 10:40 Emirates option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:00 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to make your New York to Dubai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Dubai

Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap New York to Dubai flights.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from New York to Dubai. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from New York to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your New York to Dubai flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Dubai. From JFK, you can travel directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a popular airline that offers direct New York to Dubai plane tickets leaving from JFK.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for New York to Dubai flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from New York to Dubai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

You can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Dubai leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Kick off your travels at EWR and step off the plane at Dubai Airport (DXB).
From EWR, you can lock in a direct New York to Dubai plane ticket with United Airlines.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to Dubai flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)
EWR is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Dubai:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Reserve a ticket from New York to Dubai out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LGA and Dubai are:
- Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Dubai flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Central Dubai is about 40 kms (25 miles) from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from New York to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
After your flight from New York to Dubai, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Dubai

April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Dubai, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Dubai based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your New York to Dubai ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

More about Dubai

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There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should feature on any good Dubai itinerary.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 14 miles north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Abu Dhabi is another must-experience destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 75 miles south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.