Dubai has two international airports: Dubai International (DXB), with three passenger terminals, and Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC). Start with the terminal your airline uses, because it decides how you get there.
Quick answers
- DXB has three passenger terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.
- The Dubai Metro Red Line has stations at DXB Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Terminal 2 has no Metro station.
- Our airline list, taken from the Dubai Airports airline directory, has 101 airlines at Terminal 1, 33 at Terminal 2, 4 at Terminal 3 and 48 at DWC.
- DWC has no direct Metro link; Dubai Airports advises connecting by bus or taxi from Ibn Battuta Metro station.
Dubai International (DXB) terminals
Airports
Find your airline’s terminal
Look up your airline in the A–Z airline list. Terminal allocations can change, so always check the terminal on your booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Metro, taxi, bus and parking options for each terminal are on the terminal pages and in our DXB airport transfers guide.
FAQ
How many terminals does Dubai International have?
Three passenger terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.
Which DXB terminals have a Metro station?
Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, on the Red Line. Terminal 2 has no Metro station.
Is DWC the same as Dubai International?
No. Al Maktoum International (DWC) at Dubai World Central is a separate airport with its own airlines.
Verified from official sources — last checked 2 October 2026. Details can change; confirm with the operator before you travel.