Travelling from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM). Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Dubai to Damascus International Airport flight.
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is one hour behind Dubai.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Damascus International Airport (DAM) is the most popular route. You can select from 28 direct services every week between DXB and DAM.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Dubai to DAM. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM) departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
At DXB, there's a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Dubai to Damascus International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with flydubai between DXB and DAM.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is flydubai.
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Damascus International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai International Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Planning to catch a flight from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? Direct Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Dubai to DAM flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of flights out of Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Central Damascus is around 31 kilometres from Damascus International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Damascus International Airport is ₹ 12,815. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 22,542. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Dubai to DAM, book your plane ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dubai to Damascus International Airport (DAM). January is the busiest month to travel to Damascus. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Dubai to DAM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 39ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Damascus
Start your Damascus trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Damascus International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Al Fateh Mosque, Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque are attractions you won't want to skip in Damascus.
Explore more of Syria
Damascus is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Syria you should also see. Around 145 kilometres north of Damascus, a trip to Homs will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
Latakia is another well-known destination in Syria and is around 241 kilometres north of Damascus. No trip is complete without visiting Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.