UAE tour packages from Bengaluru start at approx. ₹18,300 per person (land package, double sharing) with Travelzeego's Dubai Budget Escape. BLR has direct flights to Dubai on Emirates, IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India, roughly 4 hours in the air. October to March is the sweet spot, with Diwali, Dasara, and Republic Day long weekends being the most popular departure windows for Bengaluru travellers.
Updated 2026-10-29 · Departing Bengaluru (BLR)
Dubai and Abu Dhabi have become the go-to short-haul international destinations for Bengaluru travellers, and honestly, it makes perfect sense. From Kempegowda International Airport, you're touching down in Dubai in roughly four hours on a direct flight. That turns a 3-night trip into a genuine long-weekend getaway, not something you need to save two weeks of annual leave for. Bengaluru's large South Indian expat community in the Gulf, the city's appetite for premium travel, and the sheer convenience of BLR's connections make the UAE a natural match. Want to watch the sun drop behind the desert from the Burj Khalifa? Take the kids to IMG Worlds of Adventure? Or just wander the gold souk and eat your way through Karama? There's a package below that fits your schedule and your budget.
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has direct, non-stop flights to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Emirates, IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India all fly this route, with multiple departures a week, which means real flexibility on timings and price points. Note that all international flights from BLR depart from Terminal 2. The flight covers roughly 2,700 km and takes about 3 h 50 min to 4 h 15 min depending on the carrier. Emirates operates up to 3 flights a day, so you can often pick a morning or evening slot to suit your plans, a late-evening departure on a Friday, for instance, lands you in Dubai in time for a full Saturday. There are no direct scheduled flights from BLR to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), so Abu Dhabi-based packages fly into DXB and transfer by road (about 90 minutes). Always confirm schedules at the time of booking, as airline routes do change.
The most comfortable weather in the UAE falls between October and March, when daytime temperatures sit around 20°C to 32°C, a world away from the punishing summer heat. For Bengaluru travellers, this window lines up beautifully with several Indian holidays. Dasara and Diwali long weekends (October–November) are extremely popular; so is the stretch around Republic Day in January and Ugadi/Holi in March. Karnataka school holidays (typically late March to early June and mid-October to early November) work well for family trips, though fares and hotel rates tend to spike around those peak periods. If you can travel in January or February outside the public holidays, you'll almost always find better airfare deals from BLR.
Most Indian passport holders need a pre-approved UAE tourist e-visa before flying, your Indian passport alone does not qualify for visa-on-arrival. The e-visa is applied for online; a 30-day single-entry tourist visa costs approx. ₹7,500–₹9,500 including service fees (the government fee is AED 200–250; agent fees vary). Processing typically takes 3–5 working days, so factor that into your planning. A select group of travellers may qualify for visa on arrival: Indian passport holders who also carry a valid US visa or Green Card, or a valid residence permit from an EU country, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, or New Zealand. UAE visa rules were updated multiple times in 2025–2026, so please verify the current requirements on the official UAE ICP portal or with our visa team before booking.
The total cost depends on your flights, visa, hotel, and activities. As a rough guide in Indian rupees: budget approx. ₹20,000–₹35,000 per person return for economy flights from BLR, approx. ₹7,500–₹9,500 for a 30-day tourist e-visa. Anywhere from ₹8,000 to ₹22,000 per room per night for 3-star to 4-star hotels. Meals at mid-range restaurants run approx. ₹1,500–₹4,000 per person per day, and the Dubai Metro and local transport adds roughly ₹500–₹1,200 per person per day. Activities like Burj Khalifa or a desert safari cost approx. ₹3,000–₹10,000 per person if not already in your package. Our land packages (listed below) bundle the hotel, key tours, and transfers, they are priced per person on double sharing and do not include flights or visa unless stated. All USD package prices are converted at approx. ₹84/USD; final INR pricing is confirmed at booking.
Day 1 (Friday evening): Catch a late-evening flight from BLR Terminal 2, Emirates and IndiGo both have convenient evening departures. Land in Dubai around 10–11 PM, clear immigration, and transfer to your hotel. Day 2 (Saturday): Morning at leisure or a Dubai City Tour, the old spice and gold souks, Al Fahidi quarter, and an abra ride across the Creek. Evening desert safari with BBQ dinner (included in the Dubai Budget Escape and several other packages). Day 3 (Sunday): Burj Khalifa At the Top (Level 124) in the morning for the clearest views, then Dubai Mall or Dubai Frame in the afternoon. Works perfectly with the Dubai Classic 3-Night City Escape. Day 4 (Monday, for 4-night packages): Full-day Abu Dhabi tour, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Corniche, and Heritage Village. Ideal with the Dubai Desert & Abu Dhabi 4-Night Adventure. Day 5 (for 5-night packages): Family day at IMG Worlds of Adventure or a relaxed morning before a late-afternoon flight back to BLR. Day 6 (if taking leave): Check out, transfers to DXB, and back in Bengaluru the same evening.
Airport: BLR's Terminal 2 handles all international departures and gets busy on Friday evenings, easily the most popular slot for UAE trips. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight. Departure timing: Friday night departures let you squeeze the most out of the weekend; Monday or Tuesday returns mean fewer crowds at DXB. Baggage: Most low-cost carriers on the BLR–DXB route charge separately for check-in baggage, add it when you book, not at the airport, where it costs considerably more. Forex and cards: The UAE Dirham (AED) is the currency; approx. ₹23 per AED (check the rate before you travel). Carry some AED cash for the souks and taxis; Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted everywhere else. Forex rates at BLR airport tend to be less favourable, exchange in the city or use a multi-currency travel card. SIM: An UAE tourist SIM (e-SIM or physical) is inexpensive and easy to activate on arrival at DXB. Food: Bengaluru travellers will find fabulous South Indian and vegetarian options in Dubai's Bur Dubai and Karama neighbourhoods, you won't go hungry.
| Return flights from Bengaluru — BLR to DXB, economy, per person | approx. ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 |
|---|---|
| UAE tourist e-visa (30-day single entry) for Indian passport holders | approx. ₹7,500 – ₹9,500 |
| Travelzeego land package — entry-level (Dubai Budget Escape, 3 nights) | from approx. ₹18,300 per person (double sharing) |
| Hotel only — 3-star Dubai, per room per night | approx. ₹8,000 – ₹13,000 |
| Hotel only — 4-star Dubai, per room per night | approx. ₹13,000 – ₹22,000 |
| Meals per person per day (mix of mid-range restaurants) | approx. ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 |
| Dubai Metro / local transport per person per day | approx. ₹500 – ₹1,200 |
| Sightseeing and activities (Burj Khalifa, Desert Safari etc.) — if not in package | approx. ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 per person |
Yes. Emirates, IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India all operate non-stop flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Dubai International Airport (DXB), departing from Terminal 2. The flight takes roughly 3 h 50 min to 4 h 15 min. Emirates runs up to 3 flights a day, giving you good flexibility on timing, including convenient Friday evening options for long-weekend trips.
Yes, most Indian passport holders need an UAE tourist e-visa arranged before flying from Bengaluru. Your Indian passport alone does not qualify for visa-on-arrival. The e-visa is applied for online; a 30-day single-entry tourist visa costs approx. ₹7,500–₹9,500 including service fees, and takes 3–5 working days to process. A visa-on-arrival option exists only if you also hold a valid US, EU, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, South Korean, New Zealand, or Singaporean visa or residence permit. Always verify the latest rules before booking, UAE visa policy has changed several times in 2025–2026.
A rough estimate for two people sharing: return flights approx. ₹40,000–₹70,000 (for both), UAE e-visas approx. ₹15,000–₹19,000 (for both), plus the land package. The Dubai Budget Escape starts at approx. ₹18,300 per person (double sharing), so the total land cost for two is approx. ₹36,600. An all-in 3-night Dubai trip for two from Bengaluru could start at roughly ₹90,000–₹1,25,000 depending on flight timing and the package chosen. Prices are approximate and subject to availability.
Several Indian public holidays create useful 4–5 day windows. Diwali (October–November) and Dasara (October) are among the most popular for UAE trips from Bengaluru. Republic Day (26 January) and Ugadi/Holi (March) also work well. Flights and hotels fill up fast around these dates and fares rise, plan and book at least 6–8 weeks ahead if you're targeting a holiday long weekend.
Absolutely. Most travellers fly into Dubai (DXB) and do a day trip or overnight to Abu Dhabi, which is about 90 minutes by road. The Dubai Desert & Abu Dhabi 4-Night Adventure package (from approx. ₹41,100 per person) includes a full-day Abu Dhabi guided tour with transfers. Even on a 4-night trip, you have enough time for the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Abu Dhabi Corniche, and the main Dubai highlights.
For Bengaluru travellers, a 3-night Dubai trip is very doable, you lose little time to travel since the flight is under 4 h 15 min each way. A Friday evening departure and Monday evening return gives you effectively Friday night plus two full days on the ground. That's enough time for a desert safari, a Burj Khalifa visit, and exploring Old Dubai. The Dubai Budget Escape and Dubai Classic 3-Night City Escape are both built around this model.
You need: (1) a valid Indian passport with at least 6 months' validity from your travel date and at least two blank pages, (2) a pre-approved UAE tourist e-visa (printed or on your phone), (3) a confirmed return flight ticket. (4) hotel booking confirmation. Some airlines also ask for proof of sufficient funds. Check the exact document checklist with your airline and the UAE immigration authority before you fly, as requirements can change.
Yes. The Dubai Family Fun 4-Night Theme Park Blitz (from approx. ₹83,100 per person, double sharing) and Dubai Multi-Gen 5-Night City & Abu Dhabi (from approx. ₹1,04,100 per person) are both well-suited to families travelling from Bengaluru, with options across different budgets and durations. The 6-night Dubai Luxury Family Resort & Culture package steps things up further. All are designed to work around Karnataka school holidays, check availability early, as these fill up fast.
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