Al Maktoum International.
Private aviation guide to Al Maktoum International: runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- OMDW
- IATA
- DWC
- Serves
- Dubai
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from DWC.
Al Maktoum International (OMDW) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Dubai.
Al Maktoum (DWC) has private terminals run by DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, Jetex and ExecuJet, without the parking limits and holding delays found at Dubai International.
It is about 38 km southwest of the city but around 25 minutes by car from the Jumeirah hotel area, and slots are required though usually easy to obtain.
Other options in Dubai include Dubai International (DXB). Flights are operated by GCAA-licensed operators.
Al Maktoum International at a glance.
| OMDW | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 12/30, 14,764 ft (4,500 m) |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry |
| Distance | About 38 km (24 miles) southwest of Dubai city, around 25 minutes by car from the Jumeirah hotel area |
| Private terminals | DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, Jetex and ExecuJet |
| Rules for private jets | Slots required; handling is mandatory; RNAV 1 required; all flights on runway 13/31 need prior permission |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, OMDW; Business Aviation Trip Planning: Dubai, UAE, Universal Weather (parking, slots, drive time). Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
Popular departures.
From DWC by private jet.
- Distance
- 32 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 23m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 32 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 23m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 45 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 24m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 48 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 25m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 60 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 27m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
- Distance
- 65 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 27m
- One way
- from AED 25.5k
Other Dubai airports.
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Al Maktoum International?+
Open 24 hours.
How long is the runway at Al Maktoum International?+
The longest runway is 12/30, 14,764 ft (4,500 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Al Maktoum International?+
Slots required; handling is mandatory; RNAV 1 required; all flights on runway 13/31 need prior permission.
Does Al Maktoum International have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at DWC?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from DWC today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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