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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,274
Typical prices: C$ 1,487-C$ 1,949
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/1Wed 7/2
YVR - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 448
Typical prices: C$ 875-C$ 1,229
Air India
Thu 15/2
YVR - DXB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Dubai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,192 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 18h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Dubai (YVR-DXB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Dubai

Sat, 9 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
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8:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
30h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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2:50 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,274Turkish Airlines
12 hours ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
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8:00 p.m. - 3:10 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
20h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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2:50 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,288Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 15 Feb
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6:00 a.m. - 3:15 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 15m3 stops Calgary Paris Charles de Gaulle Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:50 a.m. - 12:40 a.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
31h 50m3 stops Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Paris Charles de Gaulle Calgary
C$ 1,317Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 3:15 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 15m3 stops Calgary Paris Charles de Gaulle Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
38h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
C$ 1,369Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar
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9:35 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
36h 40m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl
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5:20 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
22h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 1,421Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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7:00 a.m. - 3:50 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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10:50 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 1,425Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 16 Feb
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9:55 p.m. - 7:45 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:00 a.m. - 7:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
20h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,534British Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 31 Mar
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9:55 p.m. - 7:45 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
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9:20 a.m. - 6:55 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
20h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,557British Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, 31 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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5:35 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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1:30 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
24h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,638KLM
3+ days ago
Sun, 31 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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5:35 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
11:00 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
39h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,655KLM
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai typically range from C$ 1,487 to C$ 1,949. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,274, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai at C$ 1,515 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,372) and May (C$ 1,734) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Dubai

 
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Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 448
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai

When to book flights from Vancouver to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long does a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai take?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai takes 00m, covering 18,873 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai range from C$ 1,487 to C$ 1,949, with an average of C$ 1,638 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,487 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the C$ 1,638 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,274 to C$ 10,053. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 806, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,580 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,810, a difference of C$ 229.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 27m, compared with 21h 06m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 21h 29m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Dubai?

    Dubai is 11 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (Gulf Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Can I fly nonstop from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai International Airport?

    Nonstop flights from Vancouver Airport to Dubai Airport are not available. However, there are several daily one-stop flights from Vancouver to Dubai. Some of the airlines that offer daily one-stop service are Emirates, Air Canada, Lufthansa, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Delta Air Lines.

  • What are my options for parking at Vancouver Airport?

    Vancouver Airport has three parking lots. The Parkade Garage is across from the Main Terminal and offers daily parking for about 34 CAD. The JetSet Lot on Aviation Ave. is connected to the Main Terminal by the free shuttle service that runs every 10min and the daily rate is about 24 CAD. The Value Long Term lot is farthest from the Main Terminal, but passengers can ride TransLink’s Canada Line to the terminal for free from the Templeton Station. Parking at this lot costs about 20 CAD per day.

  • Can I take a TransLink train to Vancouver Airport from Downtown Vancouver?

    The Canada Line of TransLink’s SkyTrain rapid-transit system travels from the Waterfront Station in Downtown Vancouver to the airport in about 30min. One-way tickets cost about 5.75 CAD for adults traveling during peak hours. The train station at the airport is located between the Domestic and International areas of the Main Terminal.

  • Can I take a train from Dubai International Airport to Downtown Dubai?

    Dubai’s Red Line metro trains depart about every 8min from Terminals 1 and 3 of the Dubai Airport and carry passengers to Downtown Dubai. A trip from the airport to the Dubai Mall Metro Station takes about 23min and costs about 6 AED (2 CAD) for a regular adult fare. Each passenger may bring two pieces of luggage with them on the train (one carry-on piece and a large luggage piece).

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,580, about C$ 229 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Dubai trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 1,515 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 857 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) has three terminals (Terminals 1, 2, and 3). International flights can arrive at any of the terminals, as the terminal is determined by the airline’s established location in the airport. Terminal 3 is used exclusively by Emirates and Qantas.
  • Vancouver Airport’s Curbside Assistance service helps passengers with limited mobility move between the curb and the airline check-in areas inside the terminal. Passengers can receive help with their wheelchair or other mobility device or receive other help navigating the area. Simply call the airport’s customer Call Centre before your flight to arrange assistance.
  • Vancouver Airport (YVR) has two VIP lounges in the International Terminal, the Plaza Premium Lounge (open to all travelers for a walk-in rate of about 56 CAD) and the SkyTeam Lounge (members only) where passengers can enjoy a comfortable place to eat, relax with a beverage, or get some work done while waiting for their flight.
  • Vancouver Airport's Quiet Area provides a peaceful space for reading, stretching, or relaxing while passengers wait for their flight. Located in the International Terminal near Gate D67, the space features soft lighting and low-volume speakers, comfortable seating, and a mat for stretching.
  • If you don’t want your food choices to be limited to the in-flight meal service, you can purchase a meal or snack that is freshly prepared and packaged to be enjoyed on your flight. Most Vancouver Airport restaurants offer this service for passengers.

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