There are 5 FAQs for Dubai International Airport.

What are the hours for Dubai Duty Free?

Dubai Duty Free is open 24 hours for arrivals and departures. And don't forget that Duty Free items are also available onboard all Emirates flights. For more information on Dubai Duty Free, you can visit their web site at http://www.dubaidutyfree.com.

Can I leave the airport when transiting through Dubai?

This depends on the nationality stated in your passport and on the length of your stop in Dubai. Travellers of most nationalities require visas to enter Dubai, and regulations frequently change, so if you wish to leave the airport while in transit through Dubai, please check your visa requirements with your local UAE embassy before you start your journey. Travellers of certain nationalities may obtain visas at the airport on arrival. Please check the UAE Visas page.

For those who wish to stay at the Dubai International Airport Hotel while in transit through Dubai, reservations can be made directly via email (dih@dca.gov.ae), or you may wish to inquire into Emirates’ own Dubai Stopovers packages for those who wish to make the most of their time in transit. Learn more about Dubai Stopovers.

Where can I learn more?

For more information, please visit the Dubai International Airport page, or the UAE Visas page. Or you can visit the Airport’s own website at http://www.dubaiairport.com.

How can I book the Baggage Delivery service?

Emirates offers a Baggage Delivery service for customers arriving at Dubai International Airport. Baggage can be delivered anywhere within the UAE – fees vary according to the final delivery point within the UAE.

You can book the Baggage Delivery service on arrival at Emirates Terminal 3 in Dubai. After passing through Immigration, look out for Emirates Staff, at the Baggage Reclaim area, who will assist you.

Will the Baggage Delivery service still deliver my bags if they are held by Customs?

No – if your bags are held by UAE Customs because they contain items banned from the UAE, you will need to collect your bags personally.