Dubai International Airport Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Dubai International Airport

Dubai International Airport to Burj Khalifa	55 AED
Dubai International Airport to Dubai Marina	85 AED
Dubai International Airport to Atlantis The Palm Dubai	100 AED

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Dubai International Airport taxi prices

In Dubai International Airport, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

12AED

Price per KM

2.8 AED

Waiting time per hour

30AED

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Dubai International Airport city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 26 AED.

Dubai International Airport Reported Prices

Dubai International Airport latest reported taxi prices

1 real fare reported by travellers · reviewed by our team

Date	Time	Price	From	To	People	Luggage	Driver
2025-02-22	03:58	67 AED	Dubai International Airport	Ramada Downtown Burj Dubai	2	0	-

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Taxi transfers from Dubai Airport

Burj Khalifa Dubai Marina Atlantis The Palm Dubai Abu Dhabi International Airport Jumeirah Beach Mall Of The Emirates Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Deira Town Jw Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai Ibn Battuta Mall Al Barsha Rose Rayhaan By Rotana Dubai Anantara Dubai The Palm Sharjah International Airport

Using a taxi at Dubai Airport

Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.

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Dubai Airport taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi transfer from Dubai Airport?

A 5km ride transfer from Dubai Airport costs about 26 AED. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Dubai Airport?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Dubai Airport or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Dubai Airport as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Dubai Airport?

If you can’t find a taxi Dubai Airport or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Dubai Airport?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Dubai Airport taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Dubai Airport.

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Dubai Airport per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Dubai Airport is 12.0 AED. Each KM is then priced at 2.8 AED. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 30.0 AED per hour.

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