How to spend 20 hours at Dubai Airport?


How to spend 20 hours at Dubai Airport?

Here are 10 things you can do on a layover at Dubai Airport.
  1. Eat. With dozens of dining options, you'll undoubtedly find something yummy to eat. ...
  2. Relax in an airport lounge. ...
  3. Shop. ...
  4. Go sightseeing. ...
  5. Freshen up with a shower. ...
  6. Unwind at the spa. ...
  7. Relax or work out at the Health Club. ...
  8. Stop by the indoor gardens.


Does Emirates give free transit visa?

The UAE issues two types of transit visas: one for 48 hours which is free of charge, and another for 96 hours for AED 50 only. Transit visas are sponsored only by the UAE-based airlines and must be processed and approved before entering the UAE.


What are the facilities for transit passengers at Dubai Airport?

Shopping, dining and services are plentiful, and most eateries are open 24 hours. There is free WiFi and plenty of mobile charging stations throughout the airport. Economy class passengers can opt for fee-paid entrance into several airport lounges, some of which offer showers.


What does Emirates provide for a long layover?

Emirates provides complimentary hotel accommodation for layovers up to a maximum of 2 nights. This means that if your layover is longer than 2 nights, you will need to arrange your own accommodation for the additional nights.


How to get Marhaba Lounge free?

Security Bank Platinum and World Mastercards can get unlimited access to Marhaba Lounge. Platinum cardholders also get free travel insurance and two free international airport lounge access worldwide.


Can I stay at Dubai airport for 12 hours?

Dubai International Hotel is a full-scale transit hotel in Terminal 3 (all concourses), offering rooms in 6-, 12-, and 18-hour packages. Other hotels are located within a quick two-minute drive of the airport, with free shuttle service.


Can economy class use the lounge Emirates?

Customers who are not members of Emirates Skywards and are traveling in Economy Class on an Emirates flight can pay to enter Emirates Lounges at Dubai International airport. The fees per adult for four hours of lounge access at Dubai International are on the paid lounge access page.


Are there free showers at Dubai airport?

Refresh yourself with complimentary shower facilities located in Terminal 3 between gates B13 and B19. Be Relax customers can make use of shower facilities at the spa near Gate A1, Terminal 3.


How can I spend my layover time in Dubai?

If you have a 5-9 hours layover in Dubai, probably the best you can do is book this highly-rated private layover sightseeing tour. This private tour with airport transfers brings you to the most famous places in Dubai, such as Burj Khalifa and Burj Al-Arab. It also already includes the Burj Khalifa ticket.


What happens if you have 10 hour layover in Dubai?

10-Hour Stopover In Dubai In this case, I suggest you start visiting the Gold Souk and Al Sabkha Souk, then take a cab to visit Burj Khalifa and the dancing fountains. A short walk from Burj Khalifa is the famous Dubai Mall, which until recently was the world's largest shopping mall by area, with over 1,200 shops.


How many hours layover is allowed in Dubai without transit visa?

You must apply for a transit visa for Dubai/UAE if you're not eligible for Dubai Visa On Arrival. Additionally, if your layover is longer than 8 hours, and you plan on leaving the airport, you need a transit visa.


Can I get out of airport if I have 20 hour layover?

For Domestic Flights
During domestic layovers, you are free to leave the airport. If your domestic layover is longer than one hour, you should expect to receive two boarding permits. If you want to check out local points of interest, make sure you get your second boarding pass and print it out before you leave.


How do you survive a 20 hour layover?

What to do during a long layover
  1. Escape the airport on your own to explore the city.
  2. Take an organized tour of the city.
  3. Book yourself into a transfer hotel.
  4. Try out the local cuisine.
  5. Indulge in the comfort food you've been avoiding.
  6. Take a shower.
  7. Phone a friend.
  8. Find a meditation room.