Bus Route F55: Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop to Al Maktoum International Airport

Shopping to Emerging Aviation Hub

Route F55 represents Dubai's connection to Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai World Central, DWC—newer international airport 60+ km south of downtown, reducing flight congestion at Dubai International). The 40-45 minute journey across 13 stops at 20-30 minute frequency (5:40 AM-12:19 AM operation) enables airport access without vehicle ownership burden.

Fatima plans a business trip from her Ibn Battuta shopping area apartment. F55 delivers her from Ibn Battuta Metro Bus Stop to Al Maktoum Airport in 40 minutes—no parking stress, no taxi surge pricing, just affordable reliable airport connectivity. Morning peaks (5:30-7:00 AM) bring business travelers catching dawn flights; afternoon peaks bring arrival processing. The AED 3 feeder fare (plus metro connection from her apartment) totals under AED 10 for complete airport access—fraction of taxi expense.

The route validates secondary airport as requiring accessible transit infrastructure. Dubai International Airport dominance created congestion; Al Maktoum development distributes aviation demand. F55 enables residents to use secondary airport without vehicle dependency—supporting airport dispersal strategy through transit investment. The route embodies sustainable aviation connectivity.

Airport Connectivity Service

Route Type: Feeder (F-series)

• Secondary airport access
• 13-stop journey
• Aviation dispersal support

Service Details

Journey Time: 40-45 minutes

Stops: 13 stops

Frequency: Every 20-30 minutes

Operating Hours: 5:40 AM - 12:19 AM

About Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai World Central (DWC) - Also known as Al Maktoum International Airport:

• Secondary international airport
• 60+ km south of downtown Dubai
• Reduces Dubai International congestion
• Aviation dispersal strategy

Sustainable Aviation

This route provides:

• Secondary airport transit access
• Affordable airport connectivity
• Vehicle-independent travel
• Aviation dispersal support

Route Summary