DWC
Al Maktoum International Airport
Dubai · United Arab EmiratesICAO OMDW
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is an airport serving Dubai, United Arab Emirates, located in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres at coordinates 24° 53' 46.9" N, 55° 9' 41.0" E. The airport sits at an elevation of 114 feet (35 meters) above sea level. With 40 direct destinations served by 11 airlines, it is a significant regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is Asia/Dubai (GMT+4).
Destinations
40
Airlines
11
Elevation ft
114/ 35m
Asia/Dubai
GMT+4
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Airport Details
IATA Code
DWC
ICAO Code
OMDW
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Elevation
114 ft
Local Time
08:26 PM (GMT+4)
Coordinates
Latitude:24.8964°
Longitude:55.1614°
Popular Routes from DWC
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUF | Samara, Russia | 1,991 mi | 4h 26m | medium-haul | 500 kg | View |
| SVX | Yekaterinburg, Russia | 2,216 mi | 4h 52m | medium-haul | 556 kg | View |
| BAH | Bahrain, Bahrain | 298 mi | 1h 4m | short-haul | 122 kg | View |
| DOH | Doha, Qatar | 224 mi | 0h 55m | short-haul | 92 kg | View |
| KWI | Kuwait, Kuwait | 534 mi | 1h 31m | short-haul | 219 kg | View |
| MNL | Manila, Philippines | 4,311 mi | 8h 60m | long-haul | 1041 kg | View |
| AMD | Ahmedabad, India | 1,111 mi | 2h 46m | medium-haul | 279 kg | View |
| AMM | Amman, Jordan | 1,257 mi | 3h 3m | medium-haul | 316 kg | View |
| BEY | Beirut, Lebanon | 1,333 mi | 3h 11m | medium-haul | 335 kg | View |
| BUD | Budapest, Hungary | 2,502 mi | 5h 34m | long-haul | 604 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at DWC
11 active airlines serving Al Maktoum International Airport.
Air Philippines
2PPhilippines
Fly Dubai
FZUnited Arab Emirates
Gulf Air Bahrain
GFBahrain
Jazeera Airways
J9Kuwait
Malaysia Airlines
MHMalaysia
Philippine Airlines
PRPhilippines
Qatar Airways
QRQatar
Royal Brunei Airlines
BIBrunei
Transaero Airlines
UNRussia
Ural Airlines
U6Russia
Wizz Air
W6Hungary
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Al Maktoum International Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai International Airport | DXB | Dubai | United Arab Emirates | 44 km |
| Sharjah International Airport | SHJ | Sharjah | United Arab Emirates | 60 km |
| Abu Dhabi International Airport | AUH | Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates | 73 km |
| Al Ain International Airport | AAN | Al Ain | United Arab Emirates | 84 km |
| Bateen Airport | AZI | Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates | 88 km |
| Fujairah International Airport | FJR | Fujeirah | United Arab Emirates | 120 km |
| Sirri Island Airport | SXI | Siri Island | Iran | 128 km |
| Bandar Lengeh Airport | BDH | Bandar Lengeh | Iran | 184 km |
Other Airports in United Arab Emirates
Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 24° 53' 46.9" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 55° 9' 41.0" E
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 24.896356
- Longitude (Decimal)
- 55.161389
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Eastern
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- Asia/Dubai
- UTC Offset
- GMT+4
- Current Local Time
- 08:26 PM
- Elevation (ft)
- 114 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 35 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Al Maktoum International Airport?
The IATA code for Al Maktoum International Airport is DWC, and its ICAO code is OMDW. The airport is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
How many destinations can you fly to from DWC?
There are 40 direct destinations available from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
What airlines fly from DWC?
There are 11 airlines operating from DWC, including Air Philippines, Fly Dubai, Gulf Air Bahrain, Jazeera Airways, Malaysia Airlines, and more.
What timezone is Al Maktoum International Airport in?
Al Maktoum International Airport is in the Asia/Dubai timezone (GMT+4). The airport is located in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres.
What is the elevation of Al Maktoum International Airport?
Al Maktoum International Airport sits at an elevation of 114 feet (35 meters) above sea level.
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