Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai two hours ahead of Santorini (Thira).
To ensure you catch your JTR to DXB flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Flydubai has direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
Flydubai is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JTR and DXB:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
$187 is the best price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start at $372. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JTR to DXB.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from JTR to DXB.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Santorini International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 92.74% of flights that depart JTR arrive at their destination on time.
Central Santorini (Thira) to Santorini International Airport is around 5 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near JTR:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the center.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Santorini International Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JTR to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometers south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among the biggest draws.