Quick answer: Dubai to Mangalore averaged about AED 1,537 return over the past 12 months, and about AED 649 one way. February was the cheapest month (about AED 1,120) and December the most expensive (about AED 2,196), almost double. Direct flights take about 3h 38m with Air India Express and IndiGo, around 20 a week between them. Booking about 14 weeks ahead saved around 25%.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Average return | About AED 1,537 |
| Average one way | About AED 649 |
| Cheapest month | February, about AED 1,120 |
| Most expensive | December (about AED 2,196), July (about AED 2,185) |
| Direct flight time | About 3h 38m |
| Cheapest day to fly | Saturday |
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Direct airlines and terminals
| Airline | Direct flights per week | Dubai terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Air India Express | About 13 | Terminal 1 |
| IndiGo | About 7 | Terminal 1 |
Both direct airlines leave from Terminal 1, so check in there. Low cost fares may not include checked baggage, so compare the total price with bags before you choose. See our baggage allowance comparison.
Flying home for December? Book now
December is the dearest month on this route, averaging about AED 2,196 return against about AED 1,120 in February. July is almost as high at about AED 2,185, when school holidays begin. If you are travelling for Christmas, New Year or the summer break, lock in the fare early: fares in the last two weeks before departure averaged about 8% above normal.
Dubai, not Sharjah, for Mangalore
There are no direct flights from Sharjah to Mangalore. Itineraries from Sharjah connect through another Indian city and typical returns ran between AED 1,643 and AED 2,111, so Dubai is both faster and usually cheaper. If Mangalore fares are high on your dates, ask us to compare Calicut as an alternative.
Cheapest day and booking time
- Saturday departures averaged about AED 1,429 return, around 8% below the typical day.
- Tuesday was the most expensive day, about AED 1,726, around 12% above the typical day.
- Book about 14 weeks ahead to save around 25% compared with booking at the last minute.
Pay monthly for your ticket
If a return comes to AED 1,537, that can be four Tabby payments of about AED 384, or a longer Tabby plan of up to 12 months. UAE residents can also use Tamara or a 3 to 12 month plan on a UAE credit card from Mashreq, ADCB, RAKBANK, HSBC, FAB or Emirates NBD; we only need your phone number to send the link. Get a Dubai to Mangalore quote. Our office WhatsApp, +971 4 220 2133, answers 24 hours a day.
Fares are 12 month averages from public flight search data, checked by White Sky Travel in November 2026. Prices change daily. More India routes: UAE to India flights by city, cheapest month to fly from the UAE and baggage allowance by airline.
Dubai to Mangalore FAQs
How long is the flight from Dubai to Mangalore?
A direct flight takes about 3 hours 38 minutes.
Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to Mangalore?
Air India Express, about 13 times a week, and IndiGo, about 7 times a week, both from Dubai Terminal 1.
What is the cheapest month to fly Dubai to Mangalore?
February, at about AED 1,120 return. December and July are the most expensive months.
Is there a direct flight from Sharjah to Mangalore?
No. Sharjah itineraries need a connection, so Dubai is usually faster and cheaper.
Can I pay for a Dubai to Mangalore ticket monthly?
Yes. UAE residents can pay with Tabby, Tamara or a 3 to 12 month UAE credit card plan. We only need your phone number.
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