How to get to Burj Khalifa & The Dubai Mall by metro
Station, line, walking time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall station (Red Line). From there it is a ~12-minute walk to Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain.
The Dubai Fountain, Dubai Aquarium and Dubai Opera are all inside or beside The Dubai Mall complex.
Alternatively: Business Bay station (Red Line).
Overview
Burj Khalifa — the world’s tallest building at 828 m — and The Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping and leisure destinations on the planet, sit side by side in Downtown Dubai. The nearest station is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall on the Red Line. Note that the station is not at the mall entrance: it connects to The Dubai Mall through an elevated, fully air-conditioned pedestrian walkway roughly 820 m long. A free travelator covers most of the distance, so allow about 10–15 minutes at an easy pace. From inside the mall you reach the Dubai Aquarium, the ice rink, the Dubai Fountain boardwalk and the At the Top ticket desk for Burj Khalifa.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| Union / Deira | Red Line towards UAE Exchange/Expo, ~18 min + walkway |
| Dubai International Airport (T3) | Red Line direct, ~30 min + walkway |
| Dubai Marina (Sobha Realty) | Red Line towards Centrepoint, ~22 min + walkway |
Step by step
Take the Red Line and get off at Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall station.
Follow the signs to the correct exit and, where available, the air-conditioned footbridge.
It is about 12 minutes on foot to reach Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain.
What else to see nearby
- Burj Khalifa📍 MapWorld's tallest building (828 m) — At the Top observation deck on floors 124-148.10 min
- The Dubai Mall📍 MapOne of the largest malls in the world — 1,200+ shops, aquarium, ice rink, VR park.1 min
- Dubai Fountain📍 MapWorld's largest choreographed fountain show — evening performances.10 min
- Dubai Opera📍 MapIconic dhow-shaped opera house with year-round programming.14 min
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
Which metro station is closest to Burj Khalifa & The Dubai Mall?
The nearest stop is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall station on the Red Line. From there it is about a 12-minute walk to Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and the Dubai Fountain.
How long does it take from the centre to Burj Khalifa & The Dubai Mall?
Union / Deira: Red Line towards UAE Exchange/Expo, ~18 min + walkway.
Is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall station step-free?
Yes. Every Dubai Metro station, including this one, is fully step-free with lifts and escalators from street level to the platform.
How much does the metro cost?
A single ride costs AED 3–7.5 with a Nol card, depending on how many zones you cross; a full-day pass is AED 20. Buy or top up a Nol card at any station or in the RTA Dubai app.
Where can I find more sights near the metro?
See the full list of Dubai attractions near the metro for the station and walking time to every major landmark.
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Updated: August 2026