Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Houston ➔ Dubaï
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,330 km
Average flight time
~7h 43m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Houston and Dubaï aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between William P. Hobby (KHOU) and Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) removes connections entirely: 13,179 km non-stop in 14h51. Departure handling is provided by Atlantic Aviation Hobby; the 4500 m arrival runway at Dubaï Al Maktoum drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Departure and arrival airports
William P. Hobby (KHOU)
William P. Hobby (KHOU / HOU) is a major business field at 29.65°N / 95.28°W, USA. Runway: 2317 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Atlantic Aviation Hobby. Helicopter link: River Oaks / Galleria.
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
On the arrival side, Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) serves Dubaï from 24.89°N / 55.16°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by DC Aviation Al-Futtaim; 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 13,179 km · 7,116 NM
- Estimated block time
- 14h51
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Atlantic Aviation Hobby — William P. Hobby (KHOU / HOU)
- Arrival FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Departure runway
- 2317 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Burj Al Arab Helipad
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Dubaï?
About 14h51 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 13,179 km great-circle between KHOU and OMDW.
Which aircraft suits Houston → Dubaï?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from William P. Hobby?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Atlantic Aviation Hobby.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

