Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Southampton.
To ensure you catch your SOU to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOU and DXB:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Geneve Airport
Newcastle International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, $583 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $465. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOU to DXB, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights taking off from Southampton Airport reach their destination on time.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometers from central Southampton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
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 Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Southampton Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOU to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometers north-east to Sharjah to tick off its must-visit sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometers south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among the biggest draws.