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There are currently no direct flights between Dubai and Douala. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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10 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 12% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 11h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Douala (DXB-DLA)

 
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DXB  Dubai Airport-DLA Douala
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dubai to Douala flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dubai to Douala with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Douala?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Douala, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Douala?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Douala at $718 round-trip.
  • June ($1,004) and July ($983) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dubai to Douala the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Douala are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dubai to Douala flights

Low season

October
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.

When to book flights from Dubai to Douala

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Douala based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Douala flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Where can I layover on flights from Dubai to Douala?

    Most flights from Dubai to Douala involve at least one stopover on route. The location of your layover depends on which airline you choose to fly with. If you travel from Dubai to Douala with Kenya Airways, you will change planes in Nairobi (NBO). In contrast, if you fly with RwandAir, you will change planes in Kigali (KGL). On some flights, your journey may involve two stops. For instance, passengers who find cheap flights from Dubai to Douala with Royal Air Maroc will stopover first in Casablanca (CMN), and then again in Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI). Choosing flights with more layovers can increase your journey time by around 6 hours.

  • How can I get from Douala International Airport to the city centre?

    The easiest way to get from Douala International Airport to Douala city centre is to take a taxi from outside the airport. Official Douala taxis are yellow and offer a 24 hour pick-up service from the terminals. Taxis to the city usually take around 30 minutes and cost roughly FCFA 5000 (AED 28). Some Cameroon hotels also operate shuttle buses from the terminals.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Douala?

    Flights from Dubai to Douala usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Douala (DLA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Douala?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dubai to Douala.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Douala pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dubai to Douala most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Cairo (CAI) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Kigali Intl (KGL) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Douala?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Dubai to Douala route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $765 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $973, a difference of $208. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dubai to Douala flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $811. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Douala?

    A nonstop flight from Dubai to Douala takes 0h 00m, covering 3,360 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Douala?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dubai to Douala?

    Flying via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 52m, compared with 11h 32m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 13h 06m via Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Douala?

    Douala is 3 hours behind Dubai (West Africa Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Douala flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dubai to Douala range from $720 to $973, with an average of $811 over the past 12 months. Anything below $720 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Douala flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $765 - about $208 less than Saturday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Douala trip for March. Fares historically average $718 round-trip in that month - typically $286 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Douala Airport.
    - Saffana Hôtel
    - Futuris Hotel
    - Jet Hotel
  • If you’re looking for somewhere to relax and unwind before your flights from Dubai to Douala, you can use one of the passenger lounges at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Passengers flying out of Terminal 1 can pay to access the Marhaba Lounge on the Upper Level on Concourse D for around AED 168 per person.
  • Want to sleep at the airport before an early flight from Dubai to Douala? Passengers flying out of DXB can check in to the Dubai International Hotel which is located at Terminal 3.
  • Car hire in Cameroon is a great option for travellers who find cheap flights from Dubai to Douala. Passengers who want to hire a car in Douala can use the car hire services available at Douala International Airport (DLA). Car hire desks can be found inside the main terminal and pick-up services are open 24 hours.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Dubai to Douala

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Dubai (DXB)
Douala (DLA)