Travelling from Dubai to Arusha Airport (ARK): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Arusha Airport (ARK). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Arusha is one hour behind Dubai. Arusha Airport is located in Arusha, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to ARK.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Whether you'd like to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Dubai to ARK.
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Arusha Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Dubai Airport:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Dubai to ARK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Arusha Airport (ARK)
Reserve a hotel near ARK if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Arusha Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
Travel farther out of Arusha and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book an Arusha Airport rental car from providers like Auto-Union or Europcar.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dubai to Arusha Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Arusha Airport (ARK)
Currently, RM1,685 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Arusha Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,956. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to ARK. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Dubai to Arusha Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to ARK couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai to Arusha Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Arusha Airport (ARK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Arusha Airport (ARK). October is the busiest month to travel to Arusha. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
Book a Dubai to ARK plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Arusha to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Arusha Airport in July when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Arusha
Start your Arusha trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Arusha Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Kilimanjaro info, Luxury Safari Tours Africa and Kilimanjaro tours are must-visits when exploring Arusha.
Explore more of Tanzania
Discover the best of Arusha, then set your sights on other must-see parts of Tanzania. Travel south-west to Singida, about 257 kilometres away. Sabasaba Grounds and Kristu Mfalme Catholic Church are great places to begin your adventure here.
Have time for another stop? Head onward to Babati. It's around 137 kilometres south-west of Arusha and features highlights like Babati Roundabout.