Next stations from Dubai Airport Free Zone
Dubai Airport Free Zone station at a glance
| Line | Green Line |
|---|---|
| Position | station 3 of 20 on the Green Line main route |
| Fare zone | Zone 5 |
| Station type | Elevated |
| Platforms | 2 side platforms |
| Opened | 9 September 2011 |
| Area | Al Twar / Al Qusais |
| Arabic name | المنطقة الحرة بمطار دبي |
Dubai Airport Free Zone first and last train
These are the first and last departures from Dubai Airport Free Zone in each direction, from RTA's official station timetable. The last train from a station is often well before midnight, especially towards the far end of the line.
| Direction | Mon–Thu | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| towards Creek | 5:06 am11:28 pm | 5:06 am12:28 am | 5:06 am11:28 pm | 8:06 am11:27 pm |
| towards e& | 5:18 am12:00 am | 5:18 am12:59 am | 5:18 am11:58 pm | 8:18 am11:57 pm |
Top: first train. Bottom (bold): last train from Dubai Airport Free Zone. The highlighted column is today in Dubai. Source: RTA Dubai Metro station timetable; times follow station clocks and change on holidays and special events.
Holiday changes and peak frequencies are on the Dubai Metro timings page.
What is near Dubai Airport Free Zone station
- Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA)
- Dubai International Airport Terminal 2
- Al Twar
Exits and entrances
| Exit | One exit opens directly onto Al Quds Street (D91) |
|---|
From map listings and local guides, not from RTA (propertyfinder.ae). Exit numbers are signposted in the station; follow the signs to the street or landmark you need.
Closest other metro stations
- Al Nahda (Green Line), 0.7 km in a straight line
- Al Qusais (Green Line), 1.5 km in a straight line
- Stadium (Green Line), 1.6 km in a straight line
- Al Qiyadah (Green Line), 2.4 km in a straight line
Connections at Dubai Airport Free Zone
DXB Terminal 2 has no metro station. Buses from the Airport Free Zone and Al Qiyadah area serve Terminal 2 (route 43 stops here); check the current route to Terminal 2 in S'hail. More.
RTA buses at Dubai Airport Free Zone
Routes from the station reference list (source), updated with RTA route changes announced up to 2026. Bus routes change often: confirm the stop and timetable in the S'hail app before travelling.
Fares from Dubai Airport Free Zone
Dubai Metro fares depend on how many fare zones you cross, not on the number of stops. These are estimates from Dubai Airport Free Zone to popular stations, using the official zone fares.
| To | Stops | Changes | Silver / Blue | Gold | Red Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | 14 | 1 | AED 5 | AED 10 | AED 6 |
| Airport Terminal 3 | 12 | 1 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Mall of the Emirates | 18 | 1 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Sobha Realty | 22 | 1 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Union | 7 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Gold Souq | 9 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
Estimates; the fare charged at the exit gate is final. See tickets and fares for nol card prices and day passes.
Plan a journey from Dubai Airport Free Zone
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Frequently asked questions
Which metro line is Dubai Airport Free Zone station on?
Dubai Airport Free Zone is on the Green Line. It is station 3 of 20 on the Green Line main route.
What time is the last metro from Dubai Airport Free Zone?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, the last trains leave Dubai Airport Free Zone at 11:28 pm towards Creek, 12:00 am towards e&. On Friday night: 12:28 am towards Creek, 12:59 am towards e&. On Sunday: 11:27 pm towards Creek, 11:57 pm towards e&.
What time does the first metro leave Dubai Airport Free Zone?
From Monday to Saturday the first train leaves Dubai Airport Free Zone between 5:06 am and 5:18 am depending on direction. On Sunday the metro starts later: the first train is at 8:06 am or later.
What fare zone is Dubai Airport Free Zone metro station in?
Dubai Airport Free Zone is in Zone 5. A trip inside one zone costs AED 3 with a Silver nol card, two adjacent zones AED 5 and more than two zones AED 7.50.
What is near Dubai Airport Free Zone metro station?
Places near Dubai Airport Free Zone include Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA), Dubai International Airport Terminal 2, Al Twar. The closest other metro stations are Al Nahda (0.7 km), Al Qusais (1.5 km), Stadium (1.6 km).
How do I get from Dubai Airport Free Zone to Dubai Airport Terminal 3?
Take the metro from Dubai Airport Free Zone to Airport Terminal 3: 12 stops with 1 change of train. The estimated fare with a Silver nol card is AED 3. Use the journey planner on this page for step-by-step directions.
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Reviewed 1 October 2026.