Dubai to Basra (DXB–BSR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–BSR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. flydubai and Iraqi Airways lead the route. The flight covers 596 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FZ flydubai Also: EK | 10 | 73H, 7M8 | 1h55-4h35 | – | – | EK |
| IA Iraqi Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Basra from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→BSR | SHJ→BSR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 11 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · BSR: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 5:00 PM in Basra.
UAE passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Iraqi airports for stays of up to 60 days. The Kurdistan Region of Iraq also issues visas on arrival separately. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
Confirm current policies with the Iraqi embassy before travel. Dual nationals should verify which passport to present.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
DXB–BSR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to BSR
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Basra International Airport (BSR) are connected by nonstop service from flydubai and Iraqi Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DXB to BSR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to BSR ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 596 miles (959 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BGW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ).