Al Maktoum International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
DWC
ICAO Code
OMDW
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) at Dubai World Central is a major aviation and logistics complex on Dubai’s Jebel Ali / Dubai South development. It was developed to complement Dubai International (DXB) and handle passenger and cargo growth; scheduled passenger services operate alongside significant cargo activity. The airport is located well southwest of central Dubai.

Al Maktoum International Airport
Elevation: 34 m
24.8962, 55.1624

Terminal Guide for Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) #

Passenger operations at DWC are handled from terminal facilities designed for point‑to‑point services rather than a multi‑terminal hub arrangement. The passenger terminal area is separate from the large cargo precinct. Facilities are scaled to the current level of scheduled services.

Getting to and From Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) #

There is no direct Dubai Metro link to DWC; the most common ways to reach the city are taxis, ride‑hail services and private transfers. Road distances to central Dubai are significant (tens of kilometres) so journeys can take 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Some hotels and shuttle operators run dedicated transfers to/from DWC.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) #

Facilities include check‑in, security, café/food outlets and limited retail; services expand or contract with the level of scheduled flights. Lounges may be available through airlines or pay‑in options depending on schedule. Wi‑Fi is typically offered and charging points are provided in seating areas; accessibility services are available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) #

Accommodation options near Dubai World Central / Al Maktoum International are limited compared with central Dubai. For branded hotels in Dubai, search parent sites such as hilton.com or marriott.com and confirm transfer arrangements. Some hotels in the Dubai South/Jebel Ali area offer airport shuttles.

Tips for Al Maktoum International Airport #

  • There is no metro connection to Al Maktoum/DWC; allow more time for taxi or ride‑hail journeys into central Dubai during peak traffic.
  • Check with your airline whether your flight operates from Al Maktoum (DWC) or Dubai International (DXB) - both serve Dubai but are different airports.
  • If using a taxi or ride‑hail service, expect fares and journey times to be higher than from the main city airports due to distance.

Weather & Climate near Al Maktoum International Airport #

Climate

Al Maktoum International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 138 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 24°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 33 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 28°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 35°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
24° 39°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 41°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

41°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
26° 41°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 44°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

44°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 42°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 43°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

43°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 42°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 38°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

38°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
26° 40°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 36°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 31°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

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