The flight from Karachi touches down in under three hours, but the gap between landing and actually enjoying Dubai can feel much longer if your visa paperwork is off or you have no idea where to eat your first biryani. This Pakistan to Dubai trip guide cuts straight to the details that matter for Pakistani travellers: the visa process explained step by step, cheapest flights from Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, and the neighbourhoods in Deira and Bur Dubai where the community is strongest. Prices are listed in both AED and PKR. Whether you are visiting on a 30-day tourist visa (~AED 350 / ~PKR 28,000) or planning a longer stay, you will leave this page knowing exactly what to book, where to go, and how to keep costs under control.
Pakistani nationals require a tourist visa to visit the UAE. The standard 30-day tourist visa costs approximately AED 350 and can be applied for through Emirates airline, FlyDubai, or licensed UAE travel agents.
| Visa Type | Duration | Cost | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa (Single Entry) | 30 days | ~AED 350 | 3-5 working days |
| Tourist Visa (Extended) | 60 days | ~AED 650 | 3-5 working days |
| Transit Visa (96hr Free) | 96 hours | Free | Apply through Emirates/FlyDubai |
| Visit Visa (Family Sponsor) | 30-90 days | AED 200-500 | Requires UAE sponsor |
Documents needed: Valid passport (6+ months), 2 passport photos, bank statement showing AED 1,500+ balance, return flight ticket, and hotel booking confirmation. Apply online through emirates.com/visa or through any licensed Pakistani travel agent.
| Route | Airlines | Duration | Return from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karachi (KHI) to Dubai | Emirates, FlyDubai, PIA, Air Arabia | 2.5-3hrs | PKR 40,000 |
| Lahore (LHE) to Dubai | Emirates, FlyDubai, PIA, Air Blue | 3-3.5hrs | PKR 50,000 |
| Islamabad (ISB) to Dubai | Emirates, FlyDubai, PIA | 3.5hrs | PKR 55,000 |
| Multan (MUX) to Dubai | FlyDubai, PIA | 3.5hrs | PKR 55,000 |
Dubai has one of the world's largest Pakistani communities, over 1.2 million Pakistanis live in the UAE. You will find Pakistani restaurants, grocery stores, mosques, remittance centres, and community centres concentrated in several neighbourhoods.
Heart of Pakistani community. Pakistani restaurants, remittance centres, affordable hotels from AED 100/night, mosques nearby Gold Souk.
Mix of Pakistani and Indian community. Textile shops, spice merchants, budget restaurants, Al Fahidi area nearby.
Ravi Restaurant (original location since 1978), garment shops, hair salons. Authentic and affordable with strong Pakistani presence.
Affordable residential area. Pakistan Cluster is popular for long-stay visitors. Many Pakistani-run grocery stores and restaurants.
A 30-day tourist visa costs approximately AED 350 (around PKR 28,000-35,000). Apply through Emirates airline, FlyDubai, or a licensed travel agent. Processing takes 3-5 working days. A 60-day visa costs about AED 650.
FlyDubai and Air Arabia offer the cheapest fares. Return from Karachi starts PKR 40,000, Lahore PKR 50,000, Islamabad PKR 55,000 when booked 2-3 months ahead. Emirates costs more but offers superior luggage allowance (30kg standard) and comfort.
Deira (Naif, Al Ras near Gold Souk), Bur Dubai (Meena Bazaar), Satwa, and International City are the main Pakistani community areas. These have Pakistani restaurants, mosques, money exchange, grocery stores, and budget hotels from AED 100/night.
7-night trip budget: Visa AED 350 + return flight PKR 70,000 + hotel AED 175/night average (AED 1,225) + food AED 60/day (AED 420) + transport AED 150 + activities AED 350 = approximately PKR 130,000-180,000 total for a comfortable trip.
Karachi to Dubai: 2.5-3 hours. Lahore to Dubai: 3-3.5 hours. Islamabad to Dubai: 3.5-4 hours. All three cities have multiple daily direct flights to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Abu Dhabi also has direct flights from Pakistan.
Our team speaks Urdu and can help with visa applications, cheap flight tips, budget itineraries, and hotel recommendations for Pakistani visitors.
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