Flying to Dubai airport this week? Use Metro, say authorities. Timings, luggage rules and other details

As Dubai Airports gears up for its busiest days of the season, the airport operator has issued an advisory for those returning to UAE after the summer vacation. Dubai Airports has advised passengers to use Dubai Metro, if possible. "The road through the airport could get busy during peak times. If possible, use the Dubai Metro, which has stations at DXB Terminals 1 and 3," it said. For Dubai Airports, August 26 and 27 are expected to be the busiest for with the airport set to welcome over over half a million guests.

Dubai International airport has two stations on Dubai Metro.

Dubai Metro timings


Dubai Airports said that metro trains run frequently from DXB Terminals 1 and 3, with both stations on the Red Line. The Red Line runs from 5 AM to midnight, Monday to Thursday; 5 AM to 1 AM on Friday; 5 AM to midnight on Saturday and 8 AM to midnight on Sunday. On special days such as during public holidays Dubai Metro services typically run longer hours to accommodate increased volumes of passengers.

"There are just two lines, making the network simple to use, even for newcomers. Most stations have connecting buses, and taxi ranks for onward travel. Most major hotels and tourist destinations are relatively close to a station," Dubai Airports said.

Tickets for Dubai metro trains can be bought at counters in airport stations. "The front carriage on each train is ‘gold class’, for a small premium – kids will love the view through the driverless front window! There is also a carriage for women and children only," it said.

A passenger can carry two pieces of luggage in Dubai metro, with one being hand luggage.

In a statement, Dubai Airports said it is working closely with airlines, control authorities, and commercial and service partners to ensure a seamless airport journey for guests.

Here are some other tips shared by Dubai Airports for passengers:

Travellers between the ages of 4 and 12 can use dedicated passport control counters to independently stamp their passports upon arrival at Terminals 1, 2, and 3

Travellers over the age of 12 and those travelling with families can use Smart Gates to speed up the passport control process