Al Maktoum International Airport
Dubai's dedicated private aviation hub at Dubai World Central. Modern facilities, no slot restrictions, and seamless access to the business and luxury districts of Dubai.
Get an instant quoteAl Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is Dubai’s dedicated private aviation hub, located at Dubai World Central, 45km southwest of central Dubai. Unlike Dubai International (DXB), which is busier with commercial traffic, DWC was purpose-built for cargo and business aviation, with no slot restrictions and dedicated FBO facilities.
The airport’s 4,500m runway is one of the longest in the world, accepting every business aircraft type including Boeing Business Jets. Three world-class FBOs operate on-airport: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, ExecuJet Middle East, and Jet Aviation Dubai, providing the full suite of handling, MRO, and concierge services.
DWC operates 24 hours with no curfew. Peak demand runs November through March (Dubai’s high season) plus during major events like the Dubai Airshow, Dubai World Cup, and Dubai International Boat Show. The combination of long runway, no slots, and 24/7 ops makes DWC the preferred Dubai FBO for ultra-long-range and transcontinental operations.
- Distance
- 45km SW
- Runway
- 4,500m / 14,764ft
- Operating
- 24 hours
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- Available
- FBOs
- 3 available
Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) at DWC
Premium ground handling and concierge services on-airport.
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim
- Full FBO
- Hangar
- VIP Terminal
- Concierge
- Fuel
+971 4 870 1800
ExecuJet Middle East
- VIP Handling
- MRO
- Charter
- Management
+971 4 870 1700
Jet Aviation Dubai
- Premium FBO
- Maintenance
- Trip Support
- Hangarage
+971 4 812 5999
Services at Al Maktoum International Airport
What's available on-airport for arriving and departing private aviation clients.
Popular routes from DWC
Estimated flight times and typical aircraft for the most-flown corridors.
- Flight time
- 6h 30min
- Recommended
- Global 6500
- Flight time
- 5h 45min
- Recommended
- Falcon 8X
- Flight time
- 2h 45min
- Recommended
- Challenger 650
- Flight time
- 3h 30min
- Recommended
- Gulfstream G550
- Flight time
- 6h 15min
- Recommended
- Global 7500
- Flight time
- 6h 45min
- Recommended
- Gulfstream G650
Dubai travel information
Essential context for visitors arriving via DWC.
Essential information
- Timezone
- GST (GMT+4)
- Currency
- AED (د.إ)
- Language
- Arabic, English widely spoken
- Weather
- Desert climate with hot summers (40°C+) and mild winters (20–25°C)
Nearby attractions
- Burj Khalifa – 45 minutes
- Palm Jumeirah – 40 minutes
- Dubai Marina – 30 minutes
- Expo City Dubai – 10 minutes
- Abu Dhabi – 45 minutes
Frequently asked questions: DWC
Why choose DWC over Dubai International (DXB)?
DWC offers no slot restrictions, dedicated private aviation facilities, less congestion, and competitive handling fees compared to DXB. It's the natural FBO choice for routine private jet operations.
How far is DWC from Downtown Dubai?
DWC is approximately 45 minutes from Downtown Dubai by car. Helicopter transfers to key hotels (Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, Bulgari) are available for fastest access.
Is DWC open during Ramadan?
Yes. DWC operates 24/7 year-round including during Ramadan, with appropriate facilities and services available throughout the holy month.
Can I arrange yacht coordination?
Yes. The FBOs specialise in coordinating transfers to Dubai Marina and nearby ports for seamless yacht connections, particularly during the Dubai International Boat Show and high season.
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