Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station is the Red Line stop that puts Downtown Dubai’s two biggest landmarks a short, air-conditioned walk from the platform. This guide covers where the station sits, how it connects to the rest of the Dubai Metro network, how to get to Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall on foot, and what to expect from the station’s ongoing expansion, along with practical details on timings, fares and nearby communities.

Table of contents

• Overview
• Location
• Metro line route and destinations
• How to get to Burj Khalifa
• Nearby communities
• Nearby landmarks and points of interest
• Facilities
• Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station timings
• Ticket prices
• Other metro stations close to Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station
• Key Takeaways
• Frequently Asked Questions

Overview

Burj Khalifa metro station is a major stop on the Dubai Metro Red Line, located next to Downtown Dubai. As the name suggests, it connects commuters and visitors to two of the city’s biggest landmarks: Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and The Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping and entertainment destinations in the world.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with Emaar Properties, is expanding the station to keep pace with passenger growth. The station’s total area will increase from 6,700 square metres to 8,500 square metres. Its hourly passenger-handling capacity will rise by 65%, from 7,250 to 12,320 passengers per hour. The works include enhanced entrances and pedestrian bridges, expanded concourse and platform areas, additional escalators and elevators, separated entry and exit gates, more fare gates, and expanded commercial space. Once complete, the station will be able to handle up to 220,000 passengers a day, helping it cope better with peak periods such as New Year’s celebrations, public holidays and other major events in Downtown Dubai.

Location

Dubai Mall Metro Station is located on Sheikh Zayed Road, adjacent to Downtown Dubai, one of the city’s most visited districts. It falls within Zone 6 of Dubai’s public transport fare-zone system.

Because it serves two major landmarks, the station is one of the city’s important and heavily used Metro stations, particularly for visitors heading to Burj Khalifa At the Top, the Dubai Fountain shows and The Dubai Mall.

Metro line route and destinations

Burj Khalifa Metro Station runs on the Red Line, the longer of Dubai Metro’s two lines. On the line, it sits between Financial Centre Metro Station and Business Bay Metro Station, giving direct, single-line access north towards DIFC, Trade Centre and Deira, and south towards Business Bay, Dubai Internet City and the southern suburbs.

The Red Line station sequence includes: Centrepoint, Emirates, Airport Terminal 3, Airport Terminal 1, Al Garhoud, City Centre Deira, Al Rigga, Union, BurJuman, ADCB, max, World Trade Center, Emirates Towers, Financial Centre, Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall, Business Bay, ONPASSIVE, Equiti, Mall of the Emirates, InsuranceMarket, Dubai Internet City, Al Fardan Exchange, Sobha Realty, DMCC, National Paints, Ibn Battuta, Energy, Danube and Life Pharmacy. The Route 2020 branch also serves The Gardens, Discovery Gardens, Al Furjan, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai Investment Park and EXPO 2020.

How to get to Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station

Getting to Burj Khalifa from the metro station is straightforward. Exit towards The Dubai Mall side of the station and follow the covered, air-conditioned Metro Link Bridge that connects the station to the mall; from inside, signs point the way to the Burj Khalifa entrance and ticket counters. Allow around 10 to 15 minutes to reach The Dubai Mall via the walkway, plus additional time to reach the Burj Khalifa entrance inside the mall. Visitors who would rather skip the walk can take a taxi directly to the Burj Khalifa entrance, a short ride from the station.

For anyone drawn to living this close to Burj Khalifa, exploring apartments for rent in Downtown Dubai will reveal options ranging from compact studios to full-floor penthouses with direct views of the tower and the Dubai Fountain. Buyers considering a longer-term move can also look at apartments for sale in Downtown Dubai, consistently one of Dubai’s most sought-after addresses. Those who want similar metro access at a lower price point often turn to apartments for rent in Business Bay instead.

Nearby communities

Burj Khalifa Metro Station provides convenient access to Downtown Dubai and several nearby central districts.

For commuters searching for Burj khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station Business Bay Dubai connections, Business Bay Metro Station is just one stop away on the Red Line.

Buyers and renters comparing the area can browse Downtown Dubai’s area insights or the Business Bay area insights for a closer look at typical property types, amenities and transport access in each community.

Nearby landmarks and points of interest

The station’s name is a fair summary of what is close by. Key destinations include:

Facilities

Dubai Metro provides a range of network-wide facilities and accessibility features, including:

• Lift access to all Metro station levels
• Tactile guidance paths and wheelchair facilities
• Ticket vending and nol top-up facilities
• Dedicated Metro Police and emergency call boxes
• Information display screens
• Wi-Fi access throughout the Metro network

Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station timings

RTA lists the following regular Metro station opening hours for all lines, including Dubai Mall Metro Station:

Timings can change around public holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking the RTA website or S’hail app before travelling late at night.

Ticket prices

Dubai Metro fares are paid with a nol card or Red Ticket and are based on the number of fare zones crossed:

Students and Senior Emiratis and Residents aged 60 and above can receive a 50% fare discount with an eligible Personal nol card, while People of Determination can travel free with an eligible Personal nol card. Children aged 5 years and below travel free. Gold Class fares are double the regular Silver fare.

Other metro stations close to Burj Khalifa Metro Station

Commuters who prefer to be a station or two away from the crowds around Downtown Dubai can also look at apartments for rent near the Dubai Metro, or browse flats in Dubai for sale for a broader view of what is available along the Red Line.

Key Takeaways

Burj Khalifa Metro Station is a Red Line, Zone 6 stop on Sheikh Zayed Road, next to Downtown Dubai, sitting between Financial Centre and Business Bay stations. RTA lists regular station opening hours of 5:00 am to midnight Monday to Thursday and Saturday, 5:00 am to 1:00 am the next day on Friday, and 8:00 am to midnight on Sunday. Fares start at AED 3 with a nol Silver Card and rise with the number of zones crossed. RTA is expanding the station from 6,700 to 8,500 square metres to serve up to 220,000 passengers a day, with new entrances, escalators, elevators and fare gates. The expansion is designed to raise hourly passenger-handling capacity by 65%. A covered, air-conditioned Metro Link Bridge connects the station to The Dubai Mall and, from there, Burj Khalifa.

Frequently Asked Questions

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