Dubai International Airport has issued a travel alert as the summer holidays draw to a close.
DXB is expecting to welcome more than 3.6 million guests, with daily averages reaching 280,000, between Wednesday, August 13 and Monday, August 25.
The busiest day looks set to be Friday, August 15, with traffic expected to exceed 290,000.
The DXB travel warning comes as families and students travel back to Dubai ahead of the start of the new school year.
It looks set to be another record-breaking year at the world’s busiest international airport as recent figures revealed that the airport has handled more than 46 million guests in the first half of 2025.
Ahead of the particularly busy period, Dubai Airports has confirmed that it is working with airlines, control authorities and commercial and service partners to ensure a seamless, stress-free journey for every guest.
DXB travellers have been encouraged to use the Dubai Metro to get to the airport smoothly, with stations located at Terminals 1 and 3.
Those travelling with families have been encouraged to use Smart Gates to speed up the passport control process.
DXB also urged passengers to use the DXB Express Maps, an online tool that provides real-time flight information across all terminals. You can access the tool by scanning any QR code on a flight information screen.
The oneDXB community, spanning airport teams and stakeholders, is working in sync to keep operations running smoothly and journeys flowing seamlessly through the world’s busiest international hub.
DXB’s travel tips to know
- Emirates passengers are encouraged to take advantage of the early and self-check-in facilities, including city check-in options.
- flydubai passengers are advised to arrive at least four hours prior to departure.
- Guests flying with other airlines should aim to arrive at DXB no earlier than three hours before their scheduled departure time, utilising online check-in where available to save time.
- Familiarise yourself with your airline’s baggage allowance and packing regulations. Avoid last-minute surprises by checking in ahead of time.
- Save time at security screening by being prepared. Place metal items— watch, jewellery, mobile phone, coins, belt— in your hand luggage and follow the directed guidelines for carrying liquids, aerosols, and gels.-
- Families with children over 12 can speed up the passport control process by using Smart Gates.
