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How to Get from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab lies about 30 km south-west of Dubai International Airport, along the Jumeirah beach road with no Metro station at the hotel. Door-to-door taxis and private transfers take around 30 minutes, while the cheapest metro-plus-taxi option takes about 60 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 29.7 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
30 mins •On Request (24/7)
€55 - €70 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and meet your driver in the arrivals hall holding a name board.
  2. Driver assists with luggage and loads the vehicle at the kerbside pickup point.
  3. Fixed price confirmed at booking, with no meter or extra Salik surprises.
  4. Sit back for the 30-minute drive along Sheikh Zayed Road to Jumeirah Beach Road.
  5. Drop-off directly at the Burj Al Arab entrance.
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Official Airport Taxi (RTA)

Fastest
30 mins •24/7 at Official Ranks
€22 - €27 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 4 Passengers + Standard Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow Taxi signs to the official RTA taxi rank at your terminal's Arrivals.
  2. Join the queue; all official taxis are metered and accept card payments (confirm first).
  3. The meter starts at about 25 AED and adds roughly 2-2.6 AED per km plus Salik tolls.
  4. Ride takes around 30 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road to Jumeirah Beach Road.
  5. Ask to be dropped at the Burj Al Arab main entrance.

Metro + Taxi via Mall of the Emirates

Cheapest
60 mins •Check RTA timetable (Metro every few mins)
€12 - €15 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces (Max 81x58x30 + Small)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminals 1 or 3, follow Metro signs to Airport T1/T3 station (T2 has no Metro).
  2. Buy a Silver Nol card (25 AED) or Red ticket; top up with at least 15 AED for a round trip.
  3. Board a Red line train towards Expo 2020 or Life Pharmacy and ride to Mall of the Emirates.
  4. Exit the metro and take a metered taxi from the station rank for the final 10-15 minute ride to Burj Al Arab.
  5. Burj Al Arab has no metro station; do not walk from the metro with luggage.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only use the official airport taxi rank and ignore touts inside arrivals. All official taxis are metered; if a driver refuses the meter or quotes a fixed price to Burj Al Arab, choose another taxi.
  • Salik tolls are added to the meter, so the final fare will be around 90-110 AED for this trip. Card payment is widely accepted but confirm before the ride.
  • Buses and the Metro require a Nol card and do not accept cash. Do not attempt the Metro with more than two bags or oversized luggage, as RTA enforces the luggage limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from DXB to Burj Al Arab?

Take the Red line metro to Mall of the Emirates, then a short metered taxi to Burj Al Arab. Solo travellers should budget around €12-15; the metro fare is up to AED 7.50 with a Silver Nol card.

Is there a Metro station at Burj Al Arab?

No. The nearest Metro station is Mall of the Emirates on the Red line, about 10-15 minutes by taxi from Burj Al Arab. There is no Metro line along Jumeirah Beach Road.

How much is a taxi from Dubai International Airport to Burj Al Arab?

A metered RTA taxi costs about €22-27 per vehicle and takes around 30 minutes in normal traffic. The meter starts at 25 AED and includes Salik tolls.

Can I take the Metro with large luggage?

You may carry only two pieces per passenger: one large (max 81 x 58 x 30 cm) and one small (max 55 x 38 x 20 cm). With more or larger luggage, use a taxi or private transfer.

Are taxis available at DXB at night?

Yes, official taxi ranks at all terminals operate 24/7. App taxis such as Careem, Uber and Bolt also run at night but add a booking fee of 4-7.50 AED.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A private transfer or taxi is most convenient for families because it is door-to-door and has no Metro luggage restrictions or last-leg transfer.

Nearby places

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