Flying from Dubai to Luxor International Airport (LXR): What you need to know
Luxor International Airport is located in Luxor. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours behind Dubai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to LXR, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to LXR departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Luxor International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Dubai International Airport:
71% of flights departing from Dubai International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to LXR flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Luxor International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near LXR and hit the pillow fast:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Luxor International Airport flight.
Getting from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to central Luxor
Central Luxor is about 6 kms (4 miles) from Luxor International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Luxor International Airport is £236. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £358. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Dubai to LXR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Luxor International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Dubai to Luxor International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. August is the quietest month to visit Luxor. February is when most people book flights from Dubai to Luxor International Airport (LXR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Luxor is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 43ºC. Book your Dubai to LXR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Luxor International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 25ºC.
More about Luxor
After booking your flight from Dubai to Luxor International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Luxor:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Valley of the Kings, Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Luxor itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Extend your Egypt trip with a visit to Sohag, located around 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Luxor. Pharaonic obelisk is just one of the top attractions to add to your must-see list.
Another worthwhile stop in Egypt, Mallawī is about 290 kms (180 miles) northwest of Luxor. Be sure to visit highlights including Mallawi Museum.
