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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest airport to Dubai?
The closest airport to Dubai is Al Minhad Air Base (NHD), located approximately 8 km away. Estimated driving time is 8 min.
How far is NHD airport from Dubai?
Al Minhad Air Base is 8 km (straight-line) from Dubai, with an estimated road distance of 11 km.
How do I get from NHD to Dubai?
From Al Minhad Air Base airport you can reach Dubai by private transfer, taxi, or rental car. Driving time is approximately 8 min. Book a fixed-price transfer via Transferhood.
Are there alternative airports near Dubai?
Yes. Alternative airports include Dubai International Airport (DXB, 20 km) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 25 km).
Which airports serve Dubai?
Dubai is served by 2 international airports (closest: Abu Musa Island Airport, AEU) and 10 domestic airports (closest: Al Minhad Air Base, NHD).
How much does it cost to get from NHD to Dubai?
A fixed-price private transfer from Al Minhad Air Base to Dubai is typically the most predictable option and can be booked in advance via Transferhood. A metered taxi fare varies with traffic, and a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel for the 11 km drive.
Nearest airport to Dubai
The nearest airport to Dubai is Al Minhad Air Base (NHD), approximately 8 km away as the crow flies, or about 11 km by road. Driving from NHD to Dubai takes around 8 min under normal traffic conditions. Dubai is reachable via 2 international and 10 domestic airports within range, so travelers arriving from abroad and those flying domestically both have convenient options.
Once you land at Al Minhad Air Base, the most common ways to reach Dubai are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, or a rental car. A fixed-price transfer is usually the most predictable option for the 11 km trip and can be booked in advance via Transferhood, while a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel. See the full transfer cost breakdown for exact pricing.
If Al Minhad Air Base doesn't suit your itinerary, Dubai has 11 other nearby airports worth checking. Compare them all on our alternative airports page, or use compare airports to weigh distance, drive time and cost side by side.