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Dubai has transformed from a little-known refuelling stop into a globally celebrated hub for tourism, trade, finance, and aviation, all within just a few decades. 

DXB’s rise mirrors that journey. The airport welcomed its one billionth …

Dubai Airports manages the operation of both of Dubai’s airports – Dubai International (DXB), the world’s number one airport for international guests since 2014, and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), the world’s future …

Dedicated for use by Emirates airline and for select destinations by flydubai, United Airlines, and Air Canada; Terminal 3 increased Dubai International’s total capacity by 43 million passengers per year to 60 million when it opened along …

Terminal 1 serves more than 50 international carriers that operate into DXB. Connected to the Concourse D through an airport train, Terminal 1 offers capacity to accommodate more than 20 million passengers …

Thanks to its geocentric location that puts 2/3^rd of the world’s population within 8 hours by air, Dubai is perfectly positioned to play the role of one of the most preferred gateway and distribution hubs globally. Dubai is home …

Inaugurated on May 1^st 1998 to alleviate congestion at Terminal 1, Terminal 2 caters to scheduled, charter and special interest flights during special occasions. At present, some 21 airlines operate out of this terminal. The …

Dubai Airports opened the Al Majlis VIP Service at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) in October 2012. The centrally located VIP facility offers exclusive services to arriving and departing passengers from all DXB terminals, irrespective …

Dubai’s second airport opened its doors to passengers on October 27, 2013, with Wizz Air as the launch airline. Kuwait-based Jazeera Airways launched services from October 31 while Gulf Air commenced flights from December 8, 2013. DWC …

Conveniently located airside at Dubai International's Terminal 3 (at Concourses A, B and C), Dubai International Hotel offers a range of accommodation options and top class amenities for passengers. 
 

Concourses A, B and C (Terminal …