Dubai International Airport
Dubai, UAE
Overview
The primary international gateway to Dubai, located four kilometers east of the city center, featuring three active terminals and serving as the primary hub for Emirates and flydubai, with direct metro rail connections to the central business district.
Terminals
Terminal 1
This terminal serves dozens of international airlines operating global passenger flights. It features a large departures and arrivals hall connected to a separate concourse by an underground automated people mover system.
Terminal 2
This facility handles regional and international flights, primarily serving flydubai and other low-cost carriers. It provides dedicated check-in areas, duty-free shopping, and multiple dining options for passengers.
Terminal 3
This facility is exclusively dedicated to Emirates and Qantas flights operating international routes. It comprises extensive concourses equipped with multi-level lounges, hotels, and vast retail and dining spaces.
Airlines serving Dubai
Lounges
- Emirates First Class Lounge
- Emirates Business Class Lounge
- Marhaba Lounge
- Ahlan Lounge
- Plaza Premium Lounge
- British Airways Lounges
- Lufthansa Lounge
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available across all terminals with no time limit by connecting to the DXB Free Wi-Fi network.
Nearby hotels
Car rentals
Frequently asked questions
How do I travel between the airport and downtown Dubai?
Dubai International Airport connects to the city via the Dubai Metro Red Line from Terminals 1 and 3, public buses, and licensed taxis available 24 hours a day outside all terminal arrival areas.
How do I transfer between terminals at the airport?
Terminals 1 and 3 connect directly via an underground pedestrian walkway and airside shuttle buses for connecting passengers. Terminal 2 operates on the opposite side of the airfield and requires a dedicated 24-hour airport shuttle bus.
Is there free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminals?
Free high-speed wireless internet access is available throughout all terminals at Dubai International Airport by connecting to the network named DXB Free Wi-Fi and following the on-screen connection prompts.
Where can I store luggage at the airport?
Baggage storage facilities operate 24 hours a day in Terminal 1 near the arrivals hall and in Terminal 3 near the exit plaza, offering secure short-term and long-term storage for a per-bag fee.
Are there options for staying overnight inside the terminals?
Passengers with overnight layovers can book rooms at the Dubai International Hotel located airside within the transit areas of Terminals 1 and 3, or use sleep pods and airport lounges available throughout the terminals.