Lahore to Dubai flights
Dubai lies 1,995 km (1,240 mi) west of Lahore, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 3 h 18 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lahore | Dubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | United Arab Emirates |
| Population | 13 million | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 216 m (709 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) |
| Nearest large airport | LHE, 6 km out | DXB, 20 km out |
Clocks in Dubai are 1 h behind Lahore right now, so a 3 h 18 min journey lands only 2 h 18 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Dubai
Crossing from Pakistan into United Arab Emirates: money changes from the Rupee to the Dirham (AED); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +971; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lahore
Lahore is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,024-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ, 46 km).
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Dubai International Airport (DXB), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 14,590-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 25 km), Sharjah International Airport (SHJ, 35 km), Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT, 87 km), Al Ain International Airport (AAN, 96 km), Zayed International Airport (AUH, 97 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai International Airport | DXB | 20 km (12 mi) | 14,590 ft | 62 ft |
| Al Maktoum International Airport | DWC | 25 km (16 mi) | 14,764 ft | 114 ft |
| Sharjah International Airport | SHJ | 35 km (22 mi) | 13,320 ft | 111 ft |
| Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | RKT | 87 km (54 mi) | 12,336 ft | 102 ft |
| Al Ain International Airport | AAN | 96 km (60 mi) | 13,123 ft | 869 ft |
| Zayed International Airport | AUH | 97 km (60 mi) | 13,471 ft | 88 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dubai from Lahore?
1,995 km (1,240 mi) in a straight line, west of Lahore.
How long does it take to get from Lahore to Dubai by air?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lahore and Dubai?
Dubai is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Dubai against Asia/Karachi).
Which airports are used for Lahore to Dubai flights?
Typically Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Dubai International Airport (DXB); Dubai also has DWC, SHJ, RKT, AAN, AUH.
What currency do I need in Dubai?
The Dirham (AED).
Where can I stay in Dubai?
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Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.