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Dubai International Airport braces for 3.4 million flyers amid summer rush

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is set to handle over 3.4 million passengers in just 13 days, as it enters a peak travel period from June 27 to July 9, despite ongoing regional disruptions affecting flight schedules.

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Thursday, June 26, 2025

Dubai: Dubai Airports has confirmed that DXB is preparing for one of its busiest stretches, with daily passenger volumes expected to exceed 265,000. July 5 is forecasted to be the single busiest day for both departures and transfer traffic.

To manage the surge, an integrated summer readiness plan has been activated in coordination with airport stakeholders to ensure seamless and safe travel. The alert comes as the wider regional situation has triggered some flight delays and cancellations.

DXB is urging passengers to arrive at least three hours before departure and take advantage of smart gates, online check-in, and self-service kiosks. The airport also highlighted the benefits of baggage collection and drop-off services to ease congestion.

The alert follows a record-breaking year for DXB in 2024, where the airport welcomed 92.3 million guests — the highest annual traffic in its history.

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