Private jets at Dubai Al Maktoum Airport
Al Maktoum (Dubai World Central) information for anyone flying into or out of Dubai by private jet: the VIP terminal, opening hours and the arrival process. Enter your route and get free quotes from licensed charter companies.
- DWC / OMDWAirport code
- ~37 kmto Dubai, in a straight line
- 24 hoursOpen, customs included
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Al Maktoum International Airport facts
Al Maktoum International Airport, also known as Dubai World Central (DWC), is south-west of Dubai, in the Dubai South area. According to official publications, it is about 37 km from Dubai in a straight line. The airport opened to private flights in 2010. Private jet passengers use the separate VIP terminal in the Aviation District instead of the main terminal. Jetex, Jet Aviation and ExecuJet serve private jet passengers at DWC. Customs, passport control and ground services run 24 hours.
Compiled from the airport’s official publications; last checked October 2026. The company flying you confirms the conditions on the day.
Arriving at Al Maktoum by private jet
- LandingThe aircraft lands on the 4,500 m main runway. Ground services and fuel are available 24 hours.
- VIP terminalPassengers go to the VIP terminal in the Aviation District. The terminal opened in 2016 and operates 24 hours. Customs and passport checks take place inside the terminal.
- Getting into the cityDubai is about 37 km away in a straight line. From the airport, the F55 bus goes to Expo metro station and the N55 bus goes to the Ibn Battuta bus and metro stations, every 30 minutes.
Good to know
- Landing and departure times are approved in advanceNo flight can operate to this airport without an approved time slot and landing permission. The company flying you obtains these.
- Monday main runway maintenanceThe main runway closes every Monday from 11:00 to 14:00 (UTC) for planned maintenance. These hours may change; the company flying you plans with this in mind.
- Dubai’s other airportDubai International (DXB), closer to the city, also has business jet terminals. There, landing and departure times are coordinated more strictly.
Questions about Al Maktoum International Airport
Private jets in Dubai use two airports: Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum (DWC). DWC has a separate VIP terminal for private flights. DXB is closer to the city, but landing and departure times are coordinated more strictly.
Yes. The VIP terminal in the Aviation District opened in 2016 and operates 24 hours. Customs and passport checks take place inside the terminal.
Yes. The airport is open 24 hours, and customs, passport control, ground services and fuel are also available 24 hours.