Newark to Dubai (EWR–DXB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–DXB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,849 miles in approximately 13h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 52 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 77W | 13h05 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dubai from Newark
| Metric | EWR→DXB | JFK→DXB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 15 |
| Flight time | 13h 5m | 10h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 53% | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · DXB: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in Dubai.
US passport holders receive a visa on arrival at UAE airports, valid for up to 30 days. No advance application or fee is needed. The stay can be extended once for an additional 30 days at a local immigration office. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
Metro Red Line from T1 (Airport Terminal 1 station) or T3 (Airport Terminal 3 station) to central Dubai. BurJuman: 20 min; Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa: 23 min. Fare is AED 6.50–10. Metro runs from 5:30am; early morning arrivals may need to wait. T2 is not served by metro; RTA buses run to Al Ghubaiba (Bus 402) for AED 3.Taxis from DXB to Downtown Dubai cost AED 35–55 (airport taxi surcharge applies). Careem and Uber operate from designated zones. Ride-hails must be booked via app; street hailing is not permitted in terminal areas.
Desert climate, hot, dry, and sunny virtually year-round. Summers (June–September) are extreme: 38–48°C with high humidity near the coast. Heat stress slows ground operations but rarely causes weather cancellations. Winter (December–February) is DXB's peak season at 18–28°C with minimal rain and near-constant sunshine.
Occasional sandstorms (haboob) reduce visibility sharply and can ground flights for hours, most likely in spring (April–May) and summer. Light rain falls in winter and can cause road flooding on Dubai's drainage-limited road network. A light jacket is sufficient for winter evenings.
EWR–DXB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to DXB
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EWR to DXB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to DXB ranges from 13 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,849 miles (11,022 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
52 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via STN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK).