Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sale Airport (RBA): what you need to know
Rabat is three hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DXB to RBA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and RBA:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sale Airport (RBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Sale Airport flight is RM861. A return fare is currently RM1,865. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DXB to RBA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DXB to RBA.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sale Airport (RBA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Sale Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RBA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sale Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, united rent a car or MOVIS to explore Rabat and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Sale Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sale Airport (RBA) to central Rabat
From Sale Airport, Rabat is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Sale Airport (RBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Rabat based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Sale Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rabat, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to RBA in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Morocco
Rabat is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Morocco you'll want to see. About 80 kilometres south-west of Rabat, a visit to Casablanca will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
Fes is another essential stop in Morocco and is around 177 kilometres east of Rabat. No journey is complete without dropping by Al-Attarine Madrasa, Bab Bou Jeloud and Dar Batha Museum.