Traveling from Dubai to Dalaman Airport (DLM): What you need to know
Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is one hour behind Dubai.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to DLM.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to DLM departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Located around 14 kilometers from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Dalaman Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Dubai International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometers from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to DLM flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
About Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Dalaman Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near DLM and shut your eyes sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dalaman Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avec car rentals, Right Cars or AllMeet rent a car and explore beyond Dalaman's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Dubai to Dalaman Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to central Dalaman
Central Dalaman is around 6 kilometers from Dalaman Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
AED 617 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Dalaman Airport. A return flight starts at AED 1,192. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to DLM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Dubai to Dalaman Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Dubai to Dalaman Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Dalaman Airport (DLM). October is when most people visit Dalaman. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
When booking your Dubai to DLM plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dalaman, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Dalaman Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dalaman
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dalaman right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dubai to Dalaman Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Dalaman when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Sarsala Sahili followed by Gocek, Osmanaga Koyu, Plaj / Beach and Cleopatra's Baths.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Dalaman has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers northwest of Dalaman, a trip to Izmir will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Kordonboyu.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Antalya, roughly 177 kilometers east of Dalaman. Antalya Beach, Antalya and Kaleici are key reasons to visit.