Dubai to Los Angeles (DXB–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Emirates leads the route. The flight covers 8,327 miles in approximately 17h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 64 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 7 | 388 | 17h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 7:00 AM in Los Angeles.
UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
DXB–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to LAX
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DXB to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to LAX ranges from 17 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,327 miles (13,400 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via SEZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.