DXB Airport Transfer

Private Driver: DXB Terminal 1

Terminal 1 handles Air India, IndiGo, Oman Air, Gulf Air, and many regional carriers. Your driver tracks the flight, waits in the arrivals hall with your name board, and has the vehicle ready at the exit - the same professional service as Terminal 3.

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Rates: DXB Terminal 1 Transfers

Destination BMW 7 Series GMC Yukon Mercedes Vito
Downtown Dubai AED 180-220 AED 220-270 AED 250-310
DIFC AED 180-220 AED 220-270 AED 250-310
Business Bay AED 170-210 AED 210-260 AED 240-300
Dubai Marina AED 220-270 AED 270-330 AED 300-370
Jumeirah AED 190-240 AED 240-290 AED 270-340
Abu Dhabi AED 800-1,100 AED 1,000-1,400 AED 1,100-1,500

These are fixed private transfer rates, agreed before you land. If you would rather take a metered taxi from the Terminal 1 rank, our guide to the Dubai airport taxi fare explains the AED 20 start and gives estimates to common destinations.

Sources

  1. Airline directory - Dubai Airports
  2. Dubai Metro at DXB - Dubai Airports
  3. Transfers at Dubai Airport - Dubai Airports

Fares, numbers and rules change. Check the official source before you rely on a figure.

T1 transfer rates

To Downtown (BMW 7) AED 180-220
To Marina (BMW 7) AED 220-270
To Abu Dhabi AED 800-1,100
Free wait after landing 90 minutes
Flight tracking Included

Common Questions

DXB Terminal 1 Private Driver - FAQ

Which airlines use DXB Terminal 1?

Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 handles a range of airlines including Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Oman Air, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Gulf Air (Bahrain), Kuwait Airways, and numerous smaller regional and international carriers. flydubai flies from Terminals 2 and 3, not Terminal 1. Inside the airport, trains run airside to the D gates at Terminal 1 and the A gates at Terminal 3; once you have cleared passport control, the Metro Red Line, a taxi or a pre-booked driver are the ways to move between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.

Where is the meet-and-greet area at DXB Terminal 1?

DXB Terminal 1 arrivals meet-and-greet area is on Level 1 of the terminal, accessible from the arrivals exit. Private chauffeur drivers hold name boards in the designated meeting area immediately after passengers exit customs. The terminal is smaller and typically less congested than Terminal 3, making the meet-and-greet experience more manageable. Your driver will be positioned at the arrivals exit with your name displayed.

Is DXB Terminal 1 the same as Terminal 3?

No. Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are separate terminals at Dubai International Airport. Terminal 3 is the Emirates Airlines terminal (the largest). Terminal 1 handles other carriers. They are connected airside but are separate buildings with separate vehicle access, arrivals areas, and meeting points. Always confirm which terminal your airline uses before booking a driver pickup. If you provide your flight number at booking, Gulf Chauffeur will confirm the correct terminal.

How long does it take from Terminal 1 to central Dubai?

DXB Terminal 1 to central Dubai areas: Downtown/DIFC 20-30 minutes (non-peak), 35-55 minutes (peak). Dubai Marina 40-55 minutes (non-peak), 65-80 minutes (peak). Business Bay 20-30 minutes (non-peak), 35-55 minutes (peak). The routes from T1 and T3 are similar (they are in the same airport complex), with T1 slightly closer to the older Deira and Bur Dubai districts.

What is the rate for a private driver from DXB Terminal 1?

DXB Terminal 1 rates are similar to Terminal 3: Downtown/DIFC in a BMW 7 Series AED 180-220; Dubai Marina AED 220-270; Business Bay AED 170-210; Abu Dhabi AED 800-1,100. The terminal of departure does not significantly affect the rate as both terminals are within the same airport complex.

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Provide your flight number, destination, and group size. Name board in arrivals, 90-minute free wait.

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