Flying from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Dubai is nine hours ahead of Minneapolis. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Minneapolis to DXB.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Minneapolis to DXB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
77.37% of flights taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel near DXB if you're catching a late flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Dubai Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport (DXB)
At the moment, RM2,246 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,935. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Minneapolis to DXB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Minneapolis to Dubai Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Minneapolis to DXB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport (DXB). July is the busiest month to visit Dubai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
Lock in a Minneapolis to DXB plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Dubai Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Dubai when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa followed by Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 105 kilometres east of Dubai. Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach are the start of reasons to visit.