Cheap Flights from Douala to Dubai

Travelers looking to fly from Douala to Dubai won’t be able to find any direct flights on this route, so it will be necessary to make a transfer.

* This information is correct as of May 2019

Airport Information - Arriving

Dubai International Airport is the main airport in Dubai situated just 5 km from the city. When you have arrived at the airport there are several ways you can travel into the city center including the metro, bus or taxi. Alternatively, several international car rental companies have a presence at the airport so you can conveniently rent a vehicle when you have landed. The airport itself offers a fantastic variety of amenities and services so you will find everything you could possibly need. Along with a whole host of designer and duty-free stores, there are many restaurants and cafés alongside additional luxuries like free Wi-Fi access, airport lounges and rest zones.

Al Maktoum International Airport is Dubai’s secondary airport situated around 40 km from the city. The airport is linked to the city via bus and is also served by taxis and car rental companies. Although the airport doesn’t offer as much as Dubai International Airport, you’ll still find a good range of amenities and facilities including plenty of restaurants, cafés, shops and other amenities like airport lounges. The airport also provides travelers with free Wi-Fi connectivity.

Airport Information - Departing

Douala International Airport is the busiest airport in Cameroon located around 10 km from the center of Douala. The airport is relatively small and is lacking in amenities and facilities, but you will find all of the essentials available including a restaurant and a couple of snack bars as well as duty-free shopping and other gift stores. As well as this, there are a couple of airport lounges available offering more luxurious surroundings to wait for your flight. Public transport to the airport is lacking so you will need to make your own way there by taxi or private car.

What to Expect in Dubai

If you’re also looking for hotels, use our search engine to find great deals for Dubai accommodation. Cameroonian nationals traveling to the UAE will need to have a valid visa to enter the country. In Dubai the weather is very hot during the summer with average highs exceed 41 degrees, while for the rest of the year it will also be pleasantly warm. You will need to put your clocks forward by three hours to get on local time in Dubai, while the currency used in the country is the United Arab Emirates dirham. Prices in Dubai will be much more expensive than local prices in Douala so keep a close eye on your budget.

Check out the top things to do in Dubai as well as great tips for what you can do in the emirate at night and for free.