DRW
Darwin
Australia
9,182 km
5,706 miles
DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Distance
9,182 km
5,706 mi / 4,958 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.5h
Australia/Darwin
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DRW DXB
Airport Name Darwin International Airport Dubai International Airport
IATA Code DRW DXB
ICAO Code YPDN OMDB
City Darwin Dubai
Country Australia United Arab Emirates
Timezone Australia/Darwin Asia/Dubai
Elevation 103 ft 34 ft
Coordinates -12.410000, 130.880000 25.250000, 55.360000

Darwin (DRW) to Dubai (DXB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Darwin International Airport (DRW) in Darwin, Australia to Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is 9,182 kilometers (5,706 miles / 4,958 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Australia with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:57 in Darwin, it's 06:27 in Dubai. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Dubai (DXB) to Darwin (DRW) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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