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Dubai DXB Terminal Guide 2026: Airlines by Terminal and Connections
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Dubai (DXB) to Houston (IAH) flights
Nonstop from Dubai International to George Bush Intercontinental: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
13,125km
8,155 mi, great circle
Flying time
16h 18m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
1.1
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying DXB to IAH
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Terminals
Dubai International
Dubai International Airport has three terminals. Terminal 1 has one concourse (Concourse D), Terminal 2 is set apart from the other two main buildings and Terminal 3 is divided into Concourse A, B, and C. The cargo terminal is capable of handling 3 million tonnes of cargo annually and a general aviation terminal (GAT) is close by.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-26. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dubai to Houston?
About 16h 18m gate to gate for the 13,125 km (8,155 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DXB to IAH?
Emirates, with about 1.1 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).