Dubai International Airport (DXB) is preparing for a busy winter holiday season with over 5.2 million passengers expected to travel through the airport from December 13 to 31, 2024.
Key Statistics:
- Daily Passenger Average: 274,000 travellers.
- Peak Day: December 20, with nearly 296,000 passengers arriving and departing.
- The weekend from December 20 to 22 will see a total of 880,000 passengers.
- 1.7 million passengers will arrive in Dubai, and 1.5 million will depart, highlighting Dubai’s role as a major global travel hub.
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Travel Tips:
To ensure a smoother travel experience, Dubai Airports recommends the following:
- For Emirates passengers: Use home check-in, early check-in, or city check-in options.
- For other airlines, arrive at least three hours before departure.
- Save time by placing metal items and electronics in hand luggage, and following liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGs) regulations.
- Portable electronics, power banks, and spare batteries must be carried in hand luggage, not checked luggage.
- Families with children over 12 can use Smart Gates to expedite passport control.
- Dubai Metro is recommended for easy access to Terminals 1 and 3.
- During peak times, only passengers will be allowed inside terminals.
With these measures, Dubai Airports aims to ensure a seamless travel experience during the busy holiday season.
