Dubai Reveals Busiest Day Of Peak Holiday Season Next Week

Dubai Airport has come up with a travel alert for passengers with seminal dos and don’ts.

Since New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, Dubai International Airport (DXB) is expected to have nearly two million passengers starting today till January 3, 2023. January 2, 2023 is expected to be the busiest day so far.

Hence, DXB has issued a travel alert. The average daily traffic over the next eight days is expected to reach 245,000 passengers; the traffic on January 2, 2023 may exceed 257,000 passengers.

The operator is urging passengers to plan their trips to and through the airport, and follow simple travel tips to ensure a smooth airport experience.

Thankfully, DXB has risen back to its average daily passenger numbers after the pandemic situation across the world.

Overall, December has been a busy month for Dubai International Airport given the recently concluded FIFA World Cup event in Doha, Christmas celebrations, and now upcoming New Year’s Eve.

DXB management is working closely with control authorities, airlines, and commercial and service partners to provide a hassle-free airport experience for arriving and departing passengers.

Here Are Some Tips To Avoid The Holiday Rush

• For those travelling with families, children over the age of 12 can use Smart Gates to speed up the passport control process
• Roads to the airport could get busy during peak times, so it’s best to plan some extra time to get to and through the airport
• If you are flying out of Terminal 1, arrive at the airport no earlier than 3 hours before your departure
• Those travelling from Terminal 3 can use Emirate’s convenient early and self-service check-in facilities
• Weighing luggage at home, checking documents in advance, and being prepared for security checks can save a lot of time at the airport
• Use the Dubai Metro to get to and from the airport. Dubai Metro, which has stations at DXB’s Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, will be operational round the clock from December 31, 2022, to January 1, 2023
• Friends and families are advised to use the airport’s designated car parks or valet service to receive their guests in comfort, as access to the arrival forecourt in Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are limited to public transport and other authorised vehicles.