Traveling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is six hours behind Townsville, where Townsville Airport is located.
To avoid missing your TSV to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
TSV is around 5 kilometers from central Townsville. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to TSV? If you're boarding an early flight from Townsville Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Townsville Airport, 71.52% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Dubai
$853 is currently the best price for a one-way Townsville Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts at $1,010. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from TSV to Dubai, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometers. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to DXB if you're coming in on a late flight from Townsville Airport to Dubai. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your flight from TSV to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The center of Dubai is about 56 kilometers from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Townsville Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your TSV to Dubai flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Rental and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Townsville Airport to Dubai. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Dubai in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Townsville Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from TSV to Dubai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Townsville Airport to Dubai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometers south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Khawr Fakkān is another must-experience destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometers east of Dubai. No journey is complete without dropping by Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
