Dubai airport transfer between Terminal 3 and Terminal 2

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I have booked a ticket with Emirates from France to Nepal (Kathmandu). The first flight is from France to Dubai Terminal 3, and the second with FlyDubai Terminal 2 to Kathmandu (KTM). I have bought the 2 flights with Emirates.

They told me luggage will be automatically transferred to KTM. I have less than 2h30 between arrival and departure. I read different posts about transfers between the 2 terminals: trains? bus? road service provided by Emirates?

Can someone provide me detailed information? I suppose the best is to go to the transfer desk and ask at the desk... but if you can help, it will be nice.



Best Answer

There is a transfer bus provided for transfer between Terminals 2 and 3, both ways - the transfer is advertised to take around 40 minutes, but usually completes in less than that.

Having just transited Dubai Terminal 3 in the past 2 weeks, I can assure you that there is ample signage for the Terminal 2 bus transfer, and there are many many manned help points where you can be pointed in the right direction.




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Is Dubai terminal 2 and 3 connected?

Terminal 3 and Terminal 2 are linked by regular shuttle service, operating airside. Dubai Terminal 1 is used by all the foreign airlines operating to and from DXB. As you may have guessed already, the airport covers a huge area.

Do I need visa to go to terminal 2 to Terminal 3 in Dubai?

To get from that Terminal 2 to Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, you need either a connecting flight (in which case, you will be taken by a special bus) or you need to have a transit visa.

Can you walk between terminals at Dubai Airport?

Terminal 1's D-Gates are reachable via a short trip on an airport train. In Terminal 3, passengers can walk between B-Gates and C-Gates and take a short airport train to A-Gates. If you're transferring between concourses and terminals please consult with your airline or our 'May I Help You' staff when you arrive.

How do I switch between terminals in Dubai?

When you arrive in Dubai, go to Connections and take the shuttle bus straight to your next terminal. At your departure terminal, go to the Connections desk to check in for your onward flight and ask for the Emirates baggage transfer service. Make the payment at the departure terminal.



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