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Dubai

Dubai International Airport

OMDB
755
Flights/Day
12:52
Local Time
Dubai
Timezone
62ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
OMDB
MVFR
42°C
Clear Sky • 3kt • 5mi • 999.00"
Observed: 08:00 UTC
MVFR — Marginal Visual: Reduced visibility, minor delays possible.
Cloud Forecast
12k 8k 4k 0
10:00
CLR
13:00 BECMG
CLR
19:00 BECMG
CLR
07:00 BECMG
CLR
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 16:00 local time
About Dubai International Airport

Dubai is generally smooth with light turbulence except during Shamal dust storms. Advanced landing systems handle low-visibility conditions well.

Is Dubai Airport turbulent?

Dubai's desert location creates unique aviation challenges. Shamal winds bring dust storms that can reduce visibility to near zero, while summer temperatures exceeding 45C affect aircraft performance. The airport handles these conditions with advanced CAT-IIIB landing systems that allow operations in extremely low visibility. Turbulence is generally light except during active Shamal events.

  • Shamal dust storms can reduce visibility below 50 meters
  • DXB operates 1,100-1,200 flights daily
  • Severe weather affects approximately 2% of operating days
What is the Shamal wind?

The Shamal is a strong northwesterly wind that blows across the Arabian Gulf, carrying sand and dust from Iraq and Kuwait. These winds typically occur in two seasons: a shorter period in winter and a longer, more intense season from June through August. During major Shamal events, visibility can drop dramatically and flights may be delayed or diverted until conditions improve.

When is the best time to fly through Dubai?

November through March offers the most pleasant conditions with lower temperatures and reduced dust storm risk. Summer months (June-August) bring the highest Shamal activity and extreme heat that can affect takeoff weights. The airport's sophisticated weather systems keep disruptions minimal, but building connection time during summer is advisable.

Is turbulence at Dubai dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Dubai?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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S75786
S7 Airlines
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FZ1075
Flydubai
JMK 12:55 Local -- Forecast
EK41
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LHR 12:55 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
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CGP 12:55 Local boeing 737-8al Forecast
EK943
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BGW 13:00 Local airbus a350-941 Forecast
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RIX 13:00 Local -- Forecast
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Qeshm Airlines
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IKA 13:05 Local -- Forecast
KU672
Kuwait Airways
KWI 13:05 Local -- Forecast
EK67
Emirates
STN 13:05 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
EK572
Emirates
CCU 13:05 Local -- Forecast
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STV 13:10 Local airbus a320-251n Forecast
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+1 codeshare AI
DEL 13:10 Local -- Forecast
QR1023
Qatar Airways
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EK83
Emirates
GVA 13:15 Local boeing 777-300(er) Forecast
EK19
Emirates
MAN 13:20 Local airbus a380-842 Forecast
FZ1839
Flydubai
WAW 13:20 Local -- Forecast
FZ651
Flydubai
EBB 13:20 Local -- Forecast
RJ611
Royal Jordanian
+1 codeshare EK
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FZ8849
Flydubai
CMB 13:25 Local -- Forecast
FZ835
Flydubai
+1 codeshare FZ
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EK75
Emirates
CDG 13:30 Local airbus a380-861 Forecast
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Flydubai
YNB 13:30 Local -- Forecast
IV7949
Gp Aviation
ZBR 13:30 Local -- Forecast
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Egyptair
CAI 13:30 Local -- Forecast
FZ897
Flydubai
MED 13:30 Local boeing 737 max 8 Forecast
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Flydubai
HAS 13:30 Local -- Forecast
IY853
Yemenia
RIY 13:30 Local -- Forecast
B99729
Iran Airtour
TBZ 13:35 Local -- Forecast
FZ1125
Flydubai
TLV 13:35 Local -- Forecast
EK360
Emirates
CAN 13:40 Local -- Forecast
AI2248
Air India
COK 13:45 Local airbus a320-251n Forecast
EK566
Emirates
BLR 13:45 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
B99723
Iran Airtour
MHD 13:45 Local -- Forecast
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Air Astana
NQZ 13:45 Local -- Forecast
EK187
Emirates
BCN 13:45 Local -- Forecast
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Emirates
MAD 13:45 Local airbus a350-941 Forecast
IX6092
Air India Express
LKO 13:45 Local -- Forecast
IR641
Iran Air
IKA 13:45 Local -- Forecast
EK23
Emirates
EDI 13:50 Local airbus a350-941 Forecast
EK3
Emirates
LHR 13:50 Local -- Forecast
EK193
Emirates
LIS 13:50 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
PF783
Airsial
SKT 13:55 Local -- Forecast
FZ1581
Flydubai
NBO 13:55 Local -- Forecast
CY107
Cyprus Airways
LCA 13:55 Local -- Forecast
FZ233
Flydubai
KER 13:55 Local boeing 737-8kn Forecast
FZ523
Flydubai
DAC 13:55 Local -- Forecast
EK181
Emirates
BRU 14:00 Local -- Forecast
EK175
Emirates
LED 14:00 Local -- Forecast
8M101
Myanmar Airways International
RGN 14:00 Local -- Forecast
FZ8571
Flydubai
CMB 14:00 Local -- Forecast
FZ25
Flydubai
BAH 14:00 Local -- Forecast
EK47
Emirates
FRA 14:00 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
EK817
Emirates
RUH 14:00 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
EK163
Emirates
DUB 14:00 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
KC898
Air Astana
ALA 14:00 Local airbus a321-271nx(lr) Forecast
EK9
Emirates
LGW 14:05 Local airbus a350-941 Forecast
EK809
Emirates
MED 14:10 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
EK131
Emirates
DME 14:10 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
FZ159
Flydubai
BEY 14:10 Local -- Forecast
FZ901
Flydubai
GIZ 14:15 Local boeing 737 max 8 Forecast
IA108
Iraqi Airways
EBL 14:15 Local -- Forecast
J212
Azerbaijan Airlines
GYD 14:15 Local -- Forecast
IX6062
Air India Express
+1 codeshare EK
MAA 14:25 Local -- Forecast
FZ59
Flydubai
+2 codeshares EK J
KWI 14:25 Local boeing 737-8kn Forecast
EK765
Emirates
JNB 14:25 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
FZ829
Flydubai
JED 14:25 Local -- Forecast
9S1560
Air Samarkand
SKD 14:30 Local -- Forecast
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Emirates (Uae Flag Livery)
LHR 14:30 Local airbus a380-842 Forecast
EK91
Emirates
MXP 14:35 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
EK95
Emirates
FCO 14:35 Local boeing 777-31h(er) Forecast
FZ43
Flydubai
MCT 14:40 Local boeing 737-8kn Forecast
EK57
Emirates
DUS 14:40 Local airbus a380-861 Forecast
FZ881
Flydubai
TUU 14:40 Local boeing 737 max 8 Forecast
EK37
Emirates
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12:55
Local
DXB OVB
S7 S75786
boeing 737-8lp
12:55
Local
DXB JMK
FZ FZ1075
12:55
Local
DXB LHR
EK EK41 +2
boeing 777-31h(er)
12:55
Local
DXB LEJ
D0 D0515
boeing 777-f
12:55
Local
DXB MHD
FZ FZ251
boeing 737 max 8
12:55
Local
DXB CGP
BS344
boeing 737-8al
13:00
Local
DXB BGW
EK EK943
airbus a350-941
13:00
Local
DXB RIX
BT BT794
13:00
Local
DXB BOM
EK EK502
airbus a350-941
13:00
Local
DXB HAK
HU HU736
13:00
Local
DXB CCJ
IX IX344
13:00
Local
DXB LCA
CY1624
13:00
Local
DXB SCO
FS7618
13:00
Local
DXB VNO
BT BT998
airbus a220-300
13:00
Local
DXB HGA
W2879 +1
13:05
Local
DXB IKA
QB QB2203 +1
13:05
Local
DXB KWI
KU KU672
13:05
Local
DXB STN
EK EK67
boeing 777-31h(er)
13:05
Local
DXB CCU
EK EK572
13:10
Local
DXB STV
6E 6E1508
airbus a320-251n
13:10
Local
DXB DEL
AI AI4206 +1
13:10
Local
DXB DOH
QR QR1023
boeing 777-2dz(lr)
13:15
Local
DXB GVA
EK EK83
boeing 777-300(er)
13:20
Local
DXB MAN
EK EK19
airbus a380-842
13:20
Local
DXB WAW
FZ FZ1839
13:20
Local
DXB EBB
FZ FZ651
13:20
Local
DXB AMM
RJ RJ611 +1
13:25
Local
DXB CMB
FZ FZ8849
13:25
Local
DXB HOF
FZ FZ835 +1
boeing 737 max 8
13:30
Local
DXB CDG
EK EK75
airbus a380-861
13:30
Local
DXB YNB
FZ FZ817
13:30
Local
DXB ZBR
IV7949
13:30
Local
DXB CAI
MS MS1906
13:30
Local
DXB MED
FZ FZ897
boeing 737 max 8
13:30
Local
DXB HAS
FZ FZ821
13:30
Local
DXB RIY
IY IY853
13:35
Local
DXB TBZ
B99729
13:35
Local
DXB TLV
FZ FZ1125
13:40
Local
DXB CAN
EK EK360
13:45
Local
DXB COK
AI AI2248
airbus a320-251n
13:45
Local
DXB BLR
EK EK566
boeing 777-31h(er)
13:45
Local
DXB MHD
B99723
13:45
Local
DXB NQZ
KC KC208
13:45
Local
DXB BCN
EK EK187
13:45
Local
DXB MAD
EK EK143
airbus a350-941
13:45
Local
DXB LKO
IX IX6092
13:45
Local
DXB IKA
IR IR641
13:50
Local
DXB EDI
EK EK23
airbus a350-941
13:50
Local
DXB LHR
EK EK3
13:50
Local
DXB LIS
EK EK193
boeing 777-31h(er)
13:55
Local
DXB SKT
PF PF783
13:55
Local
DXB NBO
FZ FZ1581
13:55
Local
DXB LCA
CY107
13:55
Local
DXB KER
FZ FZ233
boeing 737-8kn
13:55
Local
DXB DAC
FZ FZ523
14:00
Local
DXB BRU
EK EK181
14:00
Local
DXB LED
EK EK175
14:00
Local
DXB RGN
8M101
14:00
Local
DXB CMB
FZ FZ8571
14:00
Local
DXB BAH
FZ FZ25
14:00
Local
DXB FRA
EK EK47
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:00
Local
DXB RUH
EK EK817
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:00
Local
DXB DUB
EK EK163
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:00
Local
DXB ALA
KC KC898
airbus a321-271nx(lr)
14:05
Local
DXB LGW
EK EK9
airbus a350-941
14:10
Local
DXB MED
EK EK809
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:10
Local
DXB DME
EK EK131
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:10
Local
DXB BEY
FZ FZ159
14:15
Local
DXB GIZ
FZ FZ901
boeing 737 max 8
14:15
Local
DXB EBL
IA IA108
14:15
Local
DXB GYD
J212
14:25
Local
DXB MAA
IX IX6062 +1
14:25
Local
DXB KWI
FZ FZ59 +2
boeing 737-8kn
14:25
Local
DXB JNB
EK EK765
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:25
Local
DXB JED
FZ FZ829
14:30
Local
DXB SKD
9S1560
14:30
Local
DXB LHR
EK EK5
airbus a380-842
14:35
Local
DXB MXP
EK EK91
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:35
Local
DXB FCO
EK EK95
boeing 777-31h(er)
14:40
Local
DXB MCT
FZ FZ43
boeing 737-8kn
14:40
Local
DXB DUS
EK EK57
airbus a380-861
14:40
Local
DXB TUU
FZ FZ881
boeing 737 max 8
14:50
Local
DXB BHX
EK EK37
boeing 777-31h(er)
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