Cheap Flights from Dubai to Peshawar

Peshawar is served by Bacha Khan International Airport, formerly known as Peshawar International Airport. There are three airlines providing direct flights from Dubai to Peshawar - Airblue, Emirates and Pakistan International Airlines. All direct flights to Peshawar leave from Dubai International Airport.

* This information is correct as of April 2019

Airport Information – Arriving

Bacha Khan International Airport is comprised of a single terminal building operating both international and domestic flights. The airport offers ample facilities for passengers including a selection of places to eat as well as basic shops. The airport is the fourth busiest in Pakistan and is only around a 20-30 minute drive from the center of Peshawar. Renovation and expansion work which begun in 2016 was recently completed in 2018 so you can expect a modern and updated terminal building.

Airport Information – Departing

Passengers flying to Peshawar on direct flights will be leaving from Dubai International Airport, the busiest international passenger airport in the world serving around 90 million passengers annually. The airport is home to three passenger terminals which offer flights to destinations all around the globe. Passengers flying with Emirates will depart from Terminal 3, a terminal dedicated exclusively to Emirates flights. Those flying with Pakistan International Airlines and Airblue will board their flights at Terminal 1.

Terminals 1 and 3 at Dubai International Airport are connected to the Dubai Metro network, while Terminal 2 is linked by a free shuttle bus service. Passengers needing to travel to the airport from the wider Dubai area can utilize the Dubai Metro network or simply hop in a taxi. Private vehicle owners will find that the airport offers ample parking both short- and long-term.

What to Expect in Peshawar

Check out hotels in Peshawar to find the accommodation right for you. The climate is hot for the majority of the year, although it does experience cooler temperatures between December and February. Although not quite as hot as Dubai, the summer months in Peshawar between May and September can become very hot. Almost all nationalities will require a visa in order to enter Pakistan, although those traveling on business can get a business visa upon arrival.

The cost of living in Peshawar is far lower compared to Dubai, making it a lot cheaper to eat out and go shipping. Compared to 150AED in Dubai, the average price of a meal for two in Peshawar is around 40AED and public transport is also significantly cheaper. Travelers should be advised that Peshawar is an hour ahead of Dubai.

If you're thinking of exploring more of Pakistan, read our guide to the country's most beautiful places.