Flying from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is located in Phoenix. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is 11 hours behind Dubai.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to PHX. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
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DXB is around 14 kilometers from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
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71% of flights that leave from Dubai International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometers or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to PHX flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
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The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
From Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, central Phoenix is around 5 kilometers away. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the city center by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Currently, AED 2,273 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,311. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to PHX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. October is the quietest month to go to Phoenix. March is when most people book flights from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), which may be ideal if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
When booking your Dubai to PHX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are must-do's during your Phoenix adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometers southeast of Phoenix, a visit to Tucson will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Saguaro National Park East Unit, St. Augustine Cathedral and El Presidio Plaza.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, head for Yuma, about 257 kilometers west of Phoenix. Yuma History Museum, Colorado River State Historic Park and Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park are key reasons to visit.