Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the starting point for this journey. You can take a taxi or ride-hailing service, or use the Metro from Terminals 1 and 3; the right option depends on your arrival terminal and the Metro’s operating hours.
- By Metro: The Red Line serves Terminals 1 and 3, but DXB has no Metro station for Terminal 2.
- Taxi: Available around the clock at designated terminal ranks; the airport starting fare is AED 25, plus distance-based charges.
- Hotel check-in: 15:00; check-out is 11:00.
What to know about the airport-to-hotel distance
The hotel’s address is 11 20 St, Abu Hail, Hor Al Anz East, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. A hotel in Abu Hail is in the Deira area.
DXB has three passenger terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. Check which terminal your flight uses before choosing a Metro connection, since the airport’s Red Line stations serve Terminals 1 and 3, not Terminal 2.
How do you get from DXB to Telal Hotel Apartments by Metro?
The Red Line connects DXB with the city from Airport Terminal 1 station (R14) and Airport Terminal 3 station (R13). DXB says you can reach these stations from the terminals’ arrivals and departures areas. If your flight arrives at Terminal 2, plan for another way to continue from the airport.
You can buy Red Line passes at ticket offices and vending machines in Terminals 1 and 3. Nol Cards are also sold there in Gold and Silver types.
Metro passengers may bring up to two pieces of luggage, including hand luggage; the RTA sets the size and weight restrictions. For station context, see how to use the Metro from Al Qiyadah and Abu Hail.
The RTA’s regular station hours are Monday–Thursday 05:00–00:00, Friday 05:00–01:00 the next day, Saturday 05:00–00:00 and Sunday 08:00–00:00. DXB notes that service hours may be extended during public holidays and citywide celebrations. Check the official site before you go: DXB recommends checking the RTA for the latest Metro timings.
Taxi and road-transfer options from the airport
Dubai Taxi Company taxis operate 24 hours a day from designated ranks at each DXB terminal. The starting fare at the airport is AED 25, with additional charges based on distance. DXB places taxi services at Terminal 1 arrivals, Terminal 2 main terminal and Terminal 3 arrivals.
Ride-hailing services including Uber, Careem and Bolt are also available. Book through your chosen service and follow the airport’s marked signs to the pickup point. DXB identifies Metro, taxis and buses among its public-transport connections, and points passengers to the RTA s’hail application for journey planning.
If you plan to continue around the area by public transport, how to get around Dubai from Al Qusais covers local connections.
Planning your arrival and check-in
Match your transport choice to your terminal and arrival time: the Metro is an option from Terminals 1 and 3 during its operating hours, while taxis are available at all three terminals around the clock. For a Metro journey with luggage, keep the two-piece limit in mind and check the RTA’s size and weight rules.
Telal Apartments is about 29 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport. Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. If you expect to arrive outside the check-in time, contact the hotel directly to confirm arrangements.
FAQs
Does the Dubai Metro serve every DXB terminal?
No. The Red Line serves Terminals 1 and 3. The RTA station map shows no DXB Metro station for Terminal 2.
Can you take a taxi from Terminal 2?
Yes. Dubai Taxi Company taxis are available at designated ranks in each terminal, with services at Terminal 2’s main terminal.
Where can you buy a Nol Card at DXB?
Nol Cards are available in Gold and Silver types at Terminals 1 and 3.
What are Telal Apartments’ check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00.