Being recognized as one of the busiest airports in terms of passenger and cargo traffic, Dubai International Airport is in the Garhoud district, 4km southeast of Dubai. Providing easy access to the central business area, the airport is one of the most sought after airports in the Middle East region.

 The airport is currently undergoing an expansion project which is scheduled to be completed in 2011 which will enable the airport’s ability to accommodate over 80 million passengers. After this expansion project the airport will have three terminals, three concourses, an airport duty free zone, two cargo mega terminals, an expo centre with three large exhibition halls, and a flower centre to handle perishable goods.


Currently Dubai International Airport boasts of two terminals with an airport shuttle service. Most of the major airlines arrive at terminal 1 while other flights from CIS countries and chartered flights arrive at the terminal 2. There is also a special VIP terminal which caters to famous personalities and corporate entities.

Offering high quality merchandise at the best competitive prices, Dubai duty free is located within the new concourse. The available items in the duty free include jewelry, cosmetics, luxury goods, designer wear, sports equipment and many more.

A choice of over 25 food and beverage cafes and restaurants are available within the concourse. These restaurants and cafes include international chains such as McDonalds, Starbucks, as well as restaurants such as Le Matin Francais, Jashan, and Bistro offering fast food and international cuisine.

Staying in a transit hotel near Dubai airport, will be the ideal option for those travelers departing Dubai or arriving in Dubai. Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai is within a few minutes drive from the international airport which makes it convenient for both the leisure and corporate traveler.