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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Dubai:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 20:27
• Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 12:12.

The flight takes about 14h 27m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Dubai:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Sydney to Dubai takes 14h 27m, covering 19,368 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Sydney to Dubai range from $1,797 to $2,507, with an average of $2,047 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,797 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $2,047 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,176 return via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared with $2,156 for direct.

Emirates is the only airline operating Sydney to Dubai flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Dubai flights, with 66% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Sydney to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,008, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autostrad Rent A Car
• AMEX
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Hertz

Flights from Sydney to Dubai usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Dubai route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 44m.

One-stop flights from Sydney to Dubai most commonly connect through:

• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Sydney to Dubai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,982 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,172, a difference of $190.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Emirates operates flights between Sydney and Dubai.

Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 09m, compared to 18h 34m via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and 18h 47m via Brisbane (BNE).

Dubai is 7 hours behind Sydney (Gulf Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sydney to Dubai flights:

• Emirates: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you’re keen on escaping the noise of the boarding areas, you can relax or grab a quick bite to eat in one of Sydney Airport’s seven lounge areas. Six of the seven lounge areas can be accessed by non-members with a single-entry pass; fees vary between the lounges.

Keeping your young ones entertained is made simple at Sydney Airport with several conveniently located children’s play areas on offer. There are four different play areas scattered throughout the departures area, near Gates 32, 50, 53 and 59, some of which feature interactive screens to keep older children engaged as well.

Getting to Dubai city centre from the airport by taxi can take around 45 minutes depending on the time of day and traffic conditions. Fares start at around 75 AED ($29) to get to the main hotel areas and attractions in the centre. Most taxis don’t offer flat fees to different locations, so make sure to choose a cab that runs the meter.

Whether you have an early flight or would simply prefer to stay close to your terminal, there are three different on-site accommodation options at Dubai International Airport: the Dubai International Airport Hotel, Sleep ‘N Fly sleep pods and SnoozeCubes sleep cabins. These options vary in price to suit travellers on different budgets.

Flights from Sydney to Dubai emit about 7,073 kg of carbon per passenger. However, SriLankan Airlines, Air India and Cathay Pacific offer eco-friendly travel on the route, with carbon emissions of roughly 2,029 kg per flight. Emirates and Qantas Airways are eco-friendly airlines offering direct trips from Sydney to Dubai, emitting around 12% less carbon on the route.

Dubai Airport is a hub for Emirates and flydubai. If flying to Dubai Airport from Sydney, consider flying Emirates or flydubai to get more accessible connections to over 100 destinations. Emirates operates from Terminal 3 with three concourses shared with flydubai, meaning you will experience shorter lines and technical support services.

As an Aussie, you must possess a passport and tourist visa to enter the United Arab Emirates. You should be eligible for the 30-day visa on arrival, and your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your entry into Dubai.

Children aged five to 12 flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Dubai Airport alone are considered unaccompanied minors. Emirates and Qantas Airways offer assistance to unaccompanied minors, including special care services from a member of the airline at the airport. They will be assigned a crew member on board for the entire journey at an additional supervision fee.