The short answer: There is no shuttle to Terminal 2, so a late arrival here means a metered taxi, about AUD 12. ibis Styles is the pick for the price and the Metro; Grand Mercure is the five-star alternative.
3 stays · Last checked · How we checkThree stays for a late arrival at Dubai Terminal 2 (flydubai and regional airlines), compared on what the journey takes and what you pay in total.
| Stay | How you reach the hotel | Arrivals to door | Room, typical | Transfer | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our pickLowest totalibis Styles Dubai Airport Hotel | TaxiNo shuttle to Terminal 2 found | 20 min | AED 181–AED 341 | AED 31 | AED 212–AED 372 |
| Best valueGrand Mercure Dubai City | TaxiNo shuttle to Terminal 2 found | 20 min | AED 186–AED 436 | AED 31 | AED 217–AED 467 |
| Lowest totalPremier Inn Dubai International Airport | TaxiNo shuttle to Terminal 2; allow longer for the road | 25 min | AED 165–AED 478 | AED 31 | AED 196–AED 509 |
Totals are a typical room for one night plus getting to the hotel, for two adults, one way. Prices are the lowest and highest we found across the dates we sampled. Checked October 2026; your dates may cost more or less.
The right stay changes with the situation and the terminal.
Sleep close enough that the morning is a short walk or a short ride.
Early flight staysConnect 9hDecide whether to stay inside the terminal, next to it, or head out.
Connection staysFamily × 4Rooms that fit everyone, and a transfer that works with bags and a buggy.
Family staysLayover 7hA day room, a shower or a few hours out. What is realistic in the time you have.
Layover optionsStep-freeA short, calm route from the room to check-in, with as few steps, waits and transfers as possible.
Stays for older travellersLowest totalThe lowest total for the night, with the room and the trip to the terminal added up.
Budget stays