Flying from Salem Airport (SXV) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai is one hour 30 minutes behind Salem and is in the UTC+4 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 SXV to DXB flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SXV and DXB:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salem Airport (SXV) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, RM506 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salem Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,090. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SXV to DXB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SXV to DXB.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)
80.0% of flights leaving Salem Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SXV.
To get to Salem Airport from central Salem, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport off to an easy start. Just a short drive from SXV, spend the night in SD Residency and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Salem Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Salem Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SXV to DXB around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.