Canberra to Dubai Flights

Canberra Airport in Canberra, AC, Australia

Orbitz.com enables you to book cheap flights from Canberra online. These flights originate from Canberra Airport, which is used by four airlines for flights to Melbourne, Sydney and other locations within Australia.

Parking at Canberra Airport

Canberra Airport offers two multilevel covered parking facilities with 1,200 spaces each, as well as two open-air parking lots with 400 spaces each. Special parking spots that provide 10 minutes of free parking to drivers who are dropping passengers off at the airport are also available. Parking rates for the covered facilities start at $1.80 AUD for 20 minutes, and long-term parking rates begin at $23 AUD per day. The open-air parking rates start at $1.50 AUD for 20 minutes, and the daily rate is $19 AUD.

Getting to Canberra Airport

Taking the shuttle bus from the city center to the airport costs $10 AUD. The journey takes 15 minutes during off-peak hours in the early morning and takes 30 minutes during the afternoon rush hour. The shuttle operates until early evening, and it runs once every half-hour on weekdays and once an hour on weekends. Buses to the airport are also available from nearby ski areas. Taxi rides from the center of the city are available from three recommended taxi operators, and the approximate fare is $45 AUD.

Restaurants at Canberra Airport

Hudsons Coffee offers its signature coffee along with a selection of sandwiches, snacks and desserts, and you will find two Hudsons in the departure lounge. Tuk Chop features sandwiches and Oriental food, and Velluto in the arrivals hall is convenient for packaged snacks. Using Orbitz.com to book your selection of cheap flights from Canberra will leave you with extra money that you can use to buy gifts or something to read in the RELAY gift and book shop.

Trips to Dubai

The city of Dubai possesses the largest population in the United Arab Emirates. Located on the coastline of the Persian Gulf, Dubai has become a popular destination for tourists from around the world. Using Orbitz.com, you can find cheap flights to Dubai year-round and fly into the Dubai International Airport to enjoy everything this international tourist attraction has to offer. The airport is used by more than 130 airlines, which arrive from more than 200 locations worldwide. The airlines operating out of Dubai include Aeroflot, Air India, Cathay Pacific, Delta Air Lines, British Airways and Air France. The airport is conveniently located only 2.5 miles from the city.

Transportation From Dubai International Airport

Taxis are the primary method for traveling from the airport to a final destination in Dubai. Dubai Transport taxis provide metered rides into the city starting at about $5.50, with the total cost depending on the destination. Hotels in the area also offer transportation from the airport for their guests. Buses run regular routes throughout the city, servicing most of the hotels within the city center, and an automated train runs at 10-minute intervals between all 10 stations in the city. If taking the train, you'll be limited to only two pieces of luggage.

The Weather in Dubai

Dubai enjoys a hot and arid climate throughout the year. During the summers, temperatures average between 80 degrees Fahrenheit at night and 108 degrees during the day. Winter provides some escape from the intense summer heat, with temperatures running between 57 degrees at night and 73 degrees in the daytime. Clothing during the summer should be very light and airy to handle both the heat and humidity of the city. During the winter, a light jacket may be required for colder nights.

Things to Do in Dubai

Dubai is a growing city and features a variety of events that attract a large number of tourists each year. The city prides itself on having some of the world's premiere attractions, such as the Dubai Airshow, which is held each year as one of the world's largest aerospace exhibitions. The Race to Dubai is the world's richest golf tournament, while the Dubai World Cup is the world's richest horserace. A large number of shops are also available, providing a place to enjoy your savings from the low fare on cheap flights to Dubai that you reserve through Orbitz.com.