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Approximate Flight Duration

14 hour 30 min

Approximate Travel Distance

11680 Km

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30 Dec, Mon
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Dubai - Raleigh Durham
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Transportation to Airport from Dubai City Center

Al Maktoum Intl. Airport

Al Maktoum International Airport is located 40 km from the city center, in Jebel Ali. The majority of the airport is still under construction however it is currently operating passenger services out of one terminal.

Bus

To get to Al Maktoum Airport from the city center, for flights departing no later than midnight, you can take the red line of the Dubai Metro all the way to the Ibn Battuta Metro Station. From there you can take bus F55 to the airport. The F55 buses depart every hour, on the hour and the total trip to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you’re flight is after midnight, the F55A buses depart from the Satwa Bus Station from 12:30 am – 6 am and go directly to Al Maktoum Airport. This bus line runs along the coast, passing by many hotels and beaches. You can get on this bus from stops in front of Hilton Beach Club, Jumeirah Beach Park, Royal Mirage Hotel, Oasis Beach Hotel, and Hilton Jumeirah Hotel.

The bus ride from the Satwa Bus Station to the airport takes about 1.5 hours. At the moment parking at the airport is free! If you’re going to drive your personal car you don’t have to worry about parking fees. You can also access the airport by taxi or rental car.

Airport Information

The construction of Al Maktoum International Airport is still ongoing, however it has been serving passengers out of one terminal for the past couple of years. There are a number of international flights to Dubai that land at Al Maktoum International Airport. However when compared to Dubai International Airport it hosts fewer flights. This number is expected to increase exponentially in the future.

Located 40 km from the city, Al Maktoum International Airport is situated in the middle of the dessert. Right now there aren’t many transportation alternatives to get to and from the city center. Moreover, there isn’t much located around the airport. However, in the future the area surrounding Al Maktoum International Airport will be completely different, with hotels, golf courses, and various facilities nearby. Since it is relatively new, Al Maktoum International Airport doesn’t have a rich variety of eating and drinking or shopping venues in the airport. If you want to grab a quick bite to eat there are chain cafes and restaurants located in the departing passenger terminal, including Hot & Roll, Papa Johns Pizza, Tandori, Thai Express, Starbucks and Vanellis Italian Foods. For shopping the only venue available is “Bin Sina Pharmacy”. The airport is currently providing passenger services out of one terminal. The “Marhaba Lounge” is located on the first floor of this terminal. This lounge is open 24 hours a day to all passengers for a certain fee, regardless of ticket class. In addition to an open buffet and refreshments there is free internet and laptop services. There are cabins where you can take a shower located between gates 1 and 6.


Dubai Intl. Airport

Dubai International Airport is located 4.6 km from the city center. It is the city’s main airport and the busiest airport in the world according to international passenger traffic. Dubai International Airport handled 78 million passengers in 2015. The airport is accessible by taxi, hotel shuttle service, bus, and metro.

Metro

The airport is accessible by two lines on the Dubai Metro System. The Red Line provides transportation from the city center, and major locations in the city, directly to the airport. The line runs through the airport, with stops in Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. The second line is the Green Line, which runs to a stop that is in close proximity to the airport. The Green Line provides transportation to the Dubai Airport Free Zone. Passengers can connect to Terminal 2 from this station.

Hotel Shuttle Service

There are many hotels in Dubai that offer shuttle services to and from the airport. However these services are usually for a cost. We recommend inquiring about these services when making your hotel reservation. Some hotels that are located in close proximity to the airport might offer this shuttle service for free.

Airport Information

Dubai International Airport is the busiest airport in the Middle East and the 3rd busiest airport in the world, according to international passenger traffic. This modern airport has a structure that resembles a shopping center, featuring 3 terminal buildings, a parking lot, an area used for rental cars, and even a hotel. Terminal 1 acts as the main terminal and is used by many airlines, so a significant number of international passengers pass through Terminal 1. Terminal 2 is more for domestic flights. Terminal 3 is dedicated to Emirates and is the most luxurious of the three terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are connected. These two terminals feature an elaborate design and offer many services such as lounges, restaurants, cafes, bars, stores, and children’s play areas. Terminal 2 offers less in terms of services and amenities and therefore is an area that most tourists never visit. Especially because you have to use the airport shuttle bus to get to Terminal 2 from Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. The terminal halls feature over 80 restaurants, fast food chains, and cafes offering delicious examples of international cuisine.

Cafe Nero, Starbucks, Costa Coffee, KFC, Mc Donalds, Burger King, Paul, and Papa Johns are a few of chain venues you can find at the airport. There are Dubai Duty Free shops located at most gates in Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. You can find many products at the duty free shops, from electronics to clothing, cosmetics, medicine, gifts, watches, and jewelry. In general the prices are kind of high but you can benefit from duty-free privileges.

Wi-fi service at the airport is free for the first 30 minutes and can be used almost anywhere in the airport. There are more than 10 lounges in Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. If you’re not a first class or business class passenger you can use these lounges for a certain fee. The Dubai International Hotel is located within the airport and for a certain fee passengers can use the hotel’s facilities such as the pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, or showers. Passengers can also take advantage of the shower stalls and rest areas located in various parts of the airport.

There are also zen gardens that nature lovers can visit. The airport features other services and amenities as well, including ATMs, children’s play areas, currency exchange offices, a gym, health centers, pharmacy, and prayer rooms.


Sharjah Intl. Airport

Sharjah International Airport, located close to the popular points in the United Arab Emirates such as Sharjah and Dubai, is located almost equidistant from both centers. To get to the airport, which is about 15 kilometers outside of Dubai, you can choose from a number of comfortable vehicles, especially taxi and rental cars in Dubai and Sharjah. Passengers traveling from the city center to the airport usually prefer the easily accessible taxis. If you rented a car when you came to the city, you can also use your rental car to get to the airport. If you choose this method, you can easily deliver your rental car at the offices that serve the passengers at the airport. There are also buses from Sharjah and Dubai as a more affordable alternative to airport transfers. If you prefer a much more comfortable and quick journey except these means, you can take advantage of private shuttles or luxury limousines.

Car Rental

In the city center you can rent out your car without hassle by finding offices of rental companies like Hertz, AVIS or Budget and Dollar. Thanks to the wide and regular roads of Dubai, driving in the city is extremely comfortable. If it is not a busy hour, it usually takes no more than 20 minutes to get to the airport with the car you rent. When the traffic is heavy, this can take up to 30-40 minutes. Make sure that you have your documents, such as the internationally valid driver's license, which you may need to rent a car with you. If you are traveling to the city for the first time, be sure to have a navigation device on hand to find your way more easily and minimize the risk of getting lost.

Bus

You can also travel to Sharjah International Airport from Dubai or Sharjah by bus. Travelling to Sharjah Airport by bus can take a bit longer compared to taxi. For this reason, if you are not comfortable with time, you should use taxis instead of the buses to save time. There are more bus services for the passengers coming to the airport from Sharjah direction. If you are not traveling late at night and you are not in a hurry to catch your plane, you can consider the bus option.

Taxi

The passengers travelling to Sharjah International Airport from both Dubai and Sharjah usually prefer taxis. The close proximity of the airport to both centers allows the taxi fare to be kept low and makes it an economical option. If you arrive at the airport from the city center by taxi, you will have to pay the fare, an average of 30-40 US Dollars, in local currency at the end of your journey. This fare may change depending on the status of the traffic and the point you are traveling to. You can get information about the average taxi fare from your hotel or taxi drivers before the trip.

Private Airport Shuttle

Many private airport shuttle service providers are located near Dubai and Sharjah. With these services, which have different passenger capacities, you can reach the airport without any difficulty with your crowded group. Fares for private airport shuttles may vary depending on distance, number of passengers or time of day travelling. For this reason, if you want to get information about the fares of the services, you can contact the companies directly by doing a short research on the internet. If your hotel has a shuttle service to the airport, it is also possible to use the airport shuttle service by getting information from the hotel staff a few days or hours before your travel.

Luxury Transfer Vehicles

Dubai and its environs have been recognized in recent years as one of the world's most important business, trade and finance centers. With this effect, the interest and demand for luxurious vehicles for airport transfer in the city is increasing day by day. The luxury limousine service is one of the services offered to customers by many hotels in the city. With these vehicles, you can complete your journey in a much more privileged and enjoyable way compared to buses and taxis. Booking your luxury car a few hours before your flight will usually suffice.

Airport Information

at Sharjah International Airport, which connects the world with the fast-developing centers Dubai and Sharjah, you can find everything you might need from small shops you can shop, restaurants serving both Arabic and European and international cuisine, and car rental office. Located at the airport, the VIP passenger lounge offers a privileged setting where you can read daily newspapers while you wait for your plane, or enjoy fresh juices and sandwiches. ATMs and bank branches where you can easily transfer money and make many other banking transactions are some of the services offered to the passengers at the airport. During your stay at Sharjah International Airport, which is known as one of the family friendly airports, you can benefit from services such as children's play areas or a babysitting room.

For dining at the airport, also known for its extensive shopping and dining areas, you can choose from different venues such as McDonald's, Costa Coffee, London Dairy Cafe, Dunkin Donuts, Grab and Go, Subway, CHOCOLIX, Mumbai Spices, Krispy Kreme and World News Cafe. You can also visit duty-free shops in Dubai Sharjah International Airport, where you can find a wide range of perfumes, chocolates and gift items. In addition to all these services, a room specially designed for those who wish to pray in a quiet environment at the airport and services such as a lost-goods bureau are also offered to passengers traveling here.

Transportation to Raleigh Durham City Center from Airport

Raleigh Durham Intl. Airport

There are many different options, especially taxis, to travel from the Raleigh Durham International Airport in the North Carolina state of the United States to the city center. As an alternative to the taxi, rental cars and private service alternatives are waiting the passengers at the airport. To get to the center from the airport, you can also take advantage of public transport from nearby stops or shared car options such as Uber, Wingz and Lyft.

Taxi

You can travel to the center with comfortable taxis waiting for you at the exit of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Raleigh Durham International Airport. If you want to get more detailed information about taxis before you land you can call (919) 840-7277. You need to pay an average of $ 30 for a taxi to both Raleigh and Durham from the airport. The total fare is based on the calculation of the taximeter. You should remember that at the end of the journey you will have to tip a few dollars more than the fare. In the United States, tipping in taxis, restaurants and hotels is a very common practice. If you travel from the airport to Cary, you must pay a fee of $ 21 at the end of this journey, which is 9 miles in total. Passengers coming to Chapel Hill must pay around $ 38-40 after 18 miles of journey. Another option for an affordable journey from the airport is to transfer to the Triangle Expressway trains. When you take a taxi, the driver might ask whether you want to transfer to a train if the train line is on your route. If you have already been to the city and have general information about the roads, you can also get off at the nearest station and transfer to the train.

Transfer Service

Transfer services that transport passengers from the airport terminal to many parts of the state are at the service of passengers at Raleigh Durham International Airport. Transfer vehicles carrying passengers from the airport are generally divided into 3 categories according to the services they provide; private transfer vehicles, shared transfer vehicles and transfer vehicles of tour companies. If you want to travel alone, the private transfer tool will cost you a little more, but it will be the right choice. Fares for shared transfer vehicles are lower, but these vehicles are departing at certain times and you may need to wait for a while. The transfer vehicles of the tour companies carry the passengers who come to the city with a tour.

Private Transfer Service

Passengers wishing to make a reservation by obtaining information on private transfer vehicles can call Affordable Car Transportation at (919) 616-0687, A Ride Transportation at (910) 986-1580 or Advance Travel Shuttle Service at (919) 758-3584 and make their reservations.

Limousine

If you prefer traveling by limousines, you can call (919) 877-9599 for AA & D Executive Transportation. You can contact Azalea Limousine at (910) 452-5888, Black Hat Car Services at (919) 909-5985.

Airport Shuttle

You can contact A & P Shuttle at (919) 264-2025 and Skylink Shuttle at (919) 233-3952 for shared vehicles that you can choose for a more economical journey. You can get detailed information about rates depending on such factors as distance and number of people you are traveling with by contacting You2RDU at (855) 768-5222 or White Glove Transportation at (919) 424-9788.

Airport Bus

You have the option of getting to the city center from Raleigh Durham Airport by buses provided by private tour companies. You can contact AT & T Charter Service, at (919) 859-3030, from the bus companies that carry passengers at the airport. If you would like to contact the different bus companies for information on the appropriate transfer agent for your needs, you can call (919) 688-1230 for Academy Bus and (919) 957-1111 for Carolina Livery. You can contact Daniels Tours at (919) 449-2999 or Pelham Transportation at (336) 349-7113 or The Star Ship at (919) 279-7837 for different alternatives.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels such as Aloft-Raleigh Durham / Brier Creek, Comfort Suites RTP, Courtyard by Marriott, Embassy Suites Raleigh-Crabtree and Extended Stay America located near the airport offer shuttle service from Raleigh Durham Airport. Shuttles depart at different times of the day. If you are staying in one of these hotels in the city and want to take advantage of the services for transfer to the hotel, you can contact the hotel beforehand and make a reservation. The services are usually offered free or at low cost to hotel customers. However, it is still useful to have information about fares by phone beforehand. If you are going to stay at the Hampton Inn, you can get information on services at (919) 462-1620 or get information and reservations at (919) 941-5050 for Sheraton Imperial services or (919) 233-2205 for Hyatt Place West.

Car Rental

One of the most popular options for transportation to the city centers in close proximity to Raileigh Durham Airport is car rental. Advantage Rent A Car can be booked by calling 800-777-5500. If you prefer different companies, you can call 800-327-9633 for Alamo, 800-331-1212 for AVIS, and 800-527-0700 for Budget. Companies such as Dollar, E-Z, Hertz, Payless, National and Thrifty also offer car rental services in addition to all these rental companies at the airport. You can choose between car rental companies in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and you can continue your journey to the city center by completing your rental business in just a few minutes.

Bus and Train

If you want to travel to different settlements around the city by transferring to buses and trains, you can reach the stations and terminals by taxi which you can easily find at both terminals of the airport. Another method you can use to reach train stations or bus terminals is to use transfer vehicles. You can continue your journey with more economical means after arriving at the terminal or station with shuttle vehicles for transportation preferred by groups arriving at Raleigh Durham Airport. If you want to get information about the Amtrak trains before you travel, you can contact (800) 872-7245. You can call (919) 485-7433 for Go Triangle buses, and (800) 231-2222 for Greyhound buses and get information before your travel.

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