Delhi to Dubai: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1364.1 miles 2195.3 km · straight line
1916.5 miles actual route 3084.3 km · driving distance
40h 6min estimated drive time
INR 19046 - INR 23441 estimated fuel cost
~3h 15min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Delhi from Dubai?

The distance from Delhi to Dubai is 1364.1 miles (2195.3 km) as the crow flies. Dubai is located W of Delhi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1916.5 miles, taking about 40h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 15min. Delhi is in India, while Dubai is in United Arab Emirates.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Delhi and Dubai. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Delhi to Dubai

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 40h 6min INR 19046 - INR 23441 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~48h 7min $153–$287* Budget
Train ~52h 8min $230–$671* Comfort

Quick Facts

Delhi
28.70°N, 77.10°E
Asia/Kolkata
216m elevation
Dubai
25.20°N, 55.27°E
Asia/Dubai
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 455 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 114 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM