How to get from Dubai Airport to the city — taxi or bus?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 7 days ago
TL;DR
Taxi from Dubai Airport costs 150–170 AED (with a 29 AED airport boarding surcharge); the express bus runs 24/7 for 35 AED.
What the community said
If you don't have a topped-up Nol card, the express bus is a good option — it runs 24/7 and accepts a single ticket for 35 AED.
1 day ago Express bus — 35 AED
A taxi from Dubai Airport costs 150–170 AED depending on the time of day. Note that the meter starts at 29 AED for any Dubai airport pickup — this surcharge applies whether you hail a cab at the terminal or call one.
2 days ago Taxi — 150–170 AED, 29 AED airport surcharge
Taxis are always available outside Dubai Airport — no need to pre-book. A ride into the city is straightforward; longer trips (e.g. to Abu Dhabi) take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
3 days ago Taxi stand at terminal exit