Houston to Dubai(Jebel Ali) (IAH–DWC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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10:55 AM
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Houston to Dubai(Jebel Ali)
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 8,171 mi 14h 55m nonstop +9h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

IAH–DWC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Emirates leads the route. The flight covers 8,171 miles in approximately 14h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–DWC service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EK Emirates 2 77L 14h55 100% – –
Aircraft on this route
77L Boeing 777-200LR – EK
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EK (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IAH to DWC direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to DWC.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~44h
Longest
MXP ~13h 55m GYD ~15h 36m AMS ~18h 49m LGG ~21h 29m ORD ~29h 59m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
527
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → DWC
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
DWC → IAH
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+9h
Dubai(Jebel Ali) is 9 hours ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · DWC: +04

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Distance & Flight Time
8,171 mi / 13,150 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 14h 55m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Facts

IAH–DWC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Dubai(Jebel Ali) route.
Route details
Distance8,171 mi / 13,150 km
Flight time14h 55m
Time difference+9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: DWC
Full nameAl Maktoum International Airport
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to DWC flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Al Maktoum International Airport take approximately 14h 55m. The route covers 8,171 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Emirates.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IAH to DWC.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MXP, GYD, AMS, LGG, ORD, LHR, FRA, DXB and TPE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dubai(Jebel Ali) is 9 hours ahead of Houston.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to DWC

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IAH to DWC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to DWC ranges from 14 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,171 miles (13,150 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via MXP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.