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£280 Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)

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Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £280 for one-way flights and £553 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Saudia
Sun, 13 Sept - Sun, 20 Sept
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£553 Return, just found
£553
Return
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Sun, 13 Sept from Washington to Dubai, returning Sun, 20 Sept, priced at £553 just found
Delta
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£555 Return, found 2 days ago
£555
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, 10 Jan from Washington to Dubai, returning Sun, 24 Jan, priced at £555 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, 16 Sept - Wed, 23 Sept
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£568 Return, found 22 hours ago
£568
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, 16 Sept from Washington to Dubai, returning Wed, 23 Sept, priced at £568 found 22 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£573 Return, found 5 days ago
£573
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 26 Nov from Washington to Dubai, returning Tue, 1 Dec, priced at £573 found 5 days ago
Royal Jordanian
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£590 Return, found 1 day ago
£590
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Washington to Dubai, returning Wed, 18 Nov, priced at £590 found 1 day ago
KLM
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£597 Return, found 1 day ago
£597
Return
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Washington to Dubai, returning Wed, 18 Nov, priced at £597 found 1 day ago
Air France
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£598 Return, found 1 day ago
£598
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Washington to Dubai, returning Wed, 18 Nov, priced at £598 found 1 day ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£657 Return, found 1 day ago
£657
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Washington to Dubai, returning Wed, 18 Nov, priced at £657 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£657 Return, found 2 days ago
£657
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 16 Feb from Washington to Dubai, returning Tue, 2 Mar, priced at £657 found 2 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
IAD
Washington
DXB
Dubai
£665 Return, found 2 days ago
£665
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Sun, 10 Jan from Washington to Dubai, returning Sun, 24 Jan, priced at £665 found 2 days ago

Alternative airports near Dubai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Dubai Intl. DXB. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 7 minutes. Flights from £626
DXB
Dubai Intl.
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Average driving time to city centre7 min
Flights from £626

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) cost?
You can find one-way and return flights from IAD to DXB with Expedia. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when IAD to DXB ticket fares go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)?
September is typically the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. (IAD) to Dubai Intl. (DXB), with average return fares around £612. September often sees lower prices as it falls outside peak holiday seasons, making it a great time to find deals. January and October are also good months to find deals on this route.
Which airlines fly direct from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)?
Enter IAD to DXB and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)?
Emirates is one of the cheapest airlines offering nonstop return flights from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.), with tickets starting from around £882 for flights that can be booked for departure within the next year. Etihad Airways offers one of the cheapest connecting return flights on this route, with tickets starting from around £1009. Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget.
How do I find cheap flights from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)?
To find a cheap flight from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.
What is the best time to fly from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)?
The cheapest months to fly from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) are typically September and October, with average return flights around £612. May is a popular month for this route, meaning you'll find plenty of flight options. While there isn't a single month that is both the cheapest and most popular, aiming for September or October can help you find more affordable fares, while May offers a wide selection of flights.
What is the earliest flight from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)?
Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB). To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
How long does it take to fly from Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)?
Flying nonstop from IAD to DXB takes around 12 hours 50 minutes, with the route covering approximately 11,354 kilometers. Flights with a layover typically take 4 hours 30 minutes longer than direct options. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.
Can you fly business or first class from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)?
Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.
How do I earn miles on a Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flight with Expedia?
It's easy to earn miles on a Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of One Key™, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia.*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) at the last minute?
Typically, booking a last minute flight from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flight and hotel package?
Securing a Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB)?
If you booked your Washington, DC (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Destination airport
Dubai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Icelandair, IndiGo, KLM, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£552
Distance
11287 km
Average flight time
12 hours 10 mins

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Compare flights from Washington to Dubai easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Washington to Dubai. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Dubai Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Washington Dulles Intl. to Dubai Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Washington Dulles Intl. (IAD) to Dubai Intl. (DXB)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Washington to Dubai today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Washington Dulles Intl. to Dubai Intl. start at just £553 and range up to £665.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Washington and Dubai
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Washington to Dubai flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Washington Dulles Intl. to Dubai Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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