Delhi to Dubai is one of the most competitive international routes from India — with 7 airlines flying it daily, prices fluctuate dramatically depending on when you book and which airline you choose. This guide covers everything you need to know to get the cheapest DEL to DXB ticket in 2025.
Current cheapest fare: Delhi to Dubai starts from ₹10,500 return (including taxes) with Air Arabia or flydubai when booked 6–8 weeks in advance on a Tuesday or Wednesday departure.
| Month | Average return fare | Best time to book |
|---|---|---|
| January | ₹14,000 – ₹18,000 | Book in November |
| February | ₹13,000 – ₹16,000 | Book in December |
| March | ₹12,000 – ₹15,000 | Book in January |
| April | ₹11,500 – ₹14,000 | Book in February |
| May | ₹13,000 – ₹17,000 | Book in March |
| June | ₹12,000 – ₹16,000 | Book in April |
| July | ₹10,500 – ₹13,500 | Best value — book in May |
| August | ₹10,500 – ₹13,000 | Cheapest month — book in June |
| September | ₹11,000 – ₹14,000 | Book in July |
| October | ₹13,000 – ₹17,000 | Book in August |
| November | ₹14,000 – ₹20,000 | Book 10 weeks ahead |
| December | ₹18,000 – ₹28,000 | Book in September |
Air Arabia flies Delhi to Sharjah — which is just 20 minutes by cab from Dubai city centre. The Sharjah route is consistently ₹1,500–₹2,500 cheaper than direct Delhi to Dubai, and Sharjah airport is much less crowded. For most travellers staying in Dubai, Sharjah is a perfectly good arrival point.
Most Indians avoid Dubai in July and August assuming it is unbearably hot. While it is hot outside (40–45°C), Dubai is one of the most air-conditioned cities in the world — malls, metro, attractions are all cool. Hotel prices also drop by 40–50% in summer. It is genuinely the best value time to visit.
The 6am IndiGo departure from Delhi is consistently cheaper than afternoon flights by ₹1,000–₹2,000. It lands in Dubai by 8am local time giving you a full day. The late night flydubai departure is similarly cheap.
Budget airlines like Air Arabia and flydubai charge ₹3,000–₹5,000 extra for checked baggage. If you need 20–23kg, Air India or IndiGo may actually work out cheaper total even if their base fare is higher. Always add your baggage when comparing on Travelyne to see the true total price.
Sometimes booking Delhi–Dubai one-way on IndiGo and Dubai–Delhi on flydubai is cheaper than a return on either airline. Take 5 minutes to compare both options before booking.
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