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Fujairah Luxury Resorts and the East Coast

Fujairah is the UAE's only emirate set wholly on the Gulf of Oman, and its luxury resorts sit between rugged mountains and clear blue water. For a beach vacation with diving, wadis and heritage, the east coast is a rewarding change of pace from Dubai.

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At a glance

Fujairah at a glance

Best months
October to April
From New York
About 12 hours nonstop to Dubai on Emirates, then about 90 minutes by road
Airport
Fujairah International (FJR) for regional and private flights
Visa for US passports
Free visa on arrival, usually 30 days; passport valid six months
Time difference
8 hours ahead of US Eastern in summer, 9 in winter (no daylight saving)
Weekend
Saturday and Sunday
Currency
UAE dirham (AED), pegged at about AED 3.67 to US$1
Alcohol
Served in licensed resorts and hotels

From the United States

Fujairah for travelers from the US

The essentials for American travelers, at a glance.

Entry for US passports
Visa on arrival; 30 days, extendable; no fee. Visa details
Getting there
Nonstop to Dubai from New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Orlando, Miami and more on Emirates (about 12 hr 30 min from New York); Abu Dhabi from New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Charlotte and Atlanta on Etihad (about 12 hr 45 min from New York). All nonstops
Time difference
8 hours ahead of New York (9 in the US winter)
Money
UAE dirham, pegged to the dollar: US$1 = about AED 3.67. Cards and Apple Pay almost everywhere.
Power plugs
Type G (the British three-pin), 230 V: bring an adapter (most phone and laptop chargers are dual voltage)
Weekend
Saturday and Sunday (Friday afternoon is quiet)

Checked October 18, 2026. Rules and schedules change, so confirm on the official portal before you book. Connecting on a Gulf or Turkish carrier? See stopover programs, and plan with your first trip.

Why go

Why go to Fujairah

Fujairah faces east, across the Gulf of Oman toward the Indian Ocean. The Hajar Mountains rise straight behind its beaches, which gives the emirate a landscape unlike anywhere else in the country: jagged peaks, green wadis, date farms and long sandy bays with coral reefs close to shore. Waters here are among the clearest in the UAE, and the diving and snorkeling around Snoopy Island and Dibba Rock are a highlight.

Fujairah is also a place of history and of the future. It has the UAE's oldest known mosque at Al Bidya and a restored fort that has guarded the coast for centuries, and it is home to the Port of Fujairah, one of the great energy and shipping hubs of the world. The emirate is led by the Al Sharqi family; see our page on the Al Sharqi family. For the wider country, see our UAE guide.

A sheltered sandy cove and palm-lined resort below the rugged Hajar Mountains on Fujairah's Gulf of Oman coast.
Photo: JSPhotography2016 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Best time to visit

Best time to visit and getting there

October to April brings warm, calm seas and comfortable days for hiking. Summer is hot and humid, but the sea is warm and the mountains offer shade in the wadis. There are no nonstop flights from the US to Fujairah: fly nonstop to Dubai on Emirates, then drive about 90 minutes on the scenic highway through the mountains. Fujairah International Airport serves regional flights and private aircraft; see private jet charter and helicopter transfers.

Fujairah is also on the Etihad Rail network, whose passenger trains now link Fujairah with Abu Dhabi and Dubai; see future travel and trains.

Shaded sun loungers on the golden sand of Al Aqah Beach, looking out to Snoopy Island in the Gulf of Oman
Photo: Bahnfrend · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Best Fujairah luxury resorts

The best Fujairah luxury resorts

Most resorts line the Al Aqah coast in the north of the emirate, facing Snoopy Island; a few are near Fujairah city.

Address Beach Resort Fujairah

★★★★★ Al Aqah coast

Emaar's sleek beachfront resort with mountain views, an infinity pool and a calm, adult feel.

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Palace Beach Resort Fujairah

★★★★★ Al Aqah coast

Emaar's Arabian-style sister resort, with a broad beach and family-friendly facilities.

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InterContinental Fujairah Resort

★★★★★ Al Aqah

Every room faces the sea; a long private beach and large pools suit families and couples alike.

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Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort

★★★★★ Al Aqah

A long-established resort beside Snoopy Island with an on-site dive center and a lively pool.

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Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort

★★★★★ Al Aqah

Contemporary beachfront rooms and a Willow Stream spa with mountain views.

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Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort

★★★★★ Al Aqah

A Moorish-style resort with gardens, pools and a strong spa.

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Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa, Al Aqah Beach

★★★★★ Al Aqah

A garden resort with wide lawns, a long beach and reef just offshore.

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Radisson Blu Resort, Fujairah

★★★★★ Dibba

A beach resort at the northern end of the coast, close to Dibba Rock dive sites.

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Al Bahar Hotel & Resort

★★★★★ Fujairah city coast

A beachfront resort near the city, convenient for heritage sites and the port.

Novotel Fujairah

★★★★ Fujairah city

A reliable, central city hotel for business visitors and port calls.

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The domed clay walls of Al Bidya Mosque, the oldest known mosque in the UAE, below its hilltop watchtower
Photo: Dashauvarkina8 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Things to do

Things to do in Fujairah

Snoopy Island

Al Aqah

A small rocky island just offshore with coral, turtles and reef fish, ideal for snorkeling. See diving and the outdoors.

Al Bidya Mosque

Al Bidya

The UAE's oldest known mosque, a small four-domed building of mud brick and stone, still used for prayer. Visitors are welcome outside prayer times.

Fujairah Fort

Fujairah city

A restored hilltop fort among date palms, beside the Fujairah heritage village.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah

Fujairah city

A white-domed mosque, one of the largest in the UAE, beautiful at night.

Wadi Wurayah National Park

Northern Fujairah

A protected mountain wadi with year-round waterfalls and rare wildlife, recognized as a Ramsar wetland.

Dibba and its dhow harbor

Dibba

A coastal town that is the gateway to Musandam's fjords. See our Musandam guide.

Masafi Friday Market

Masafi

A roadside market in the mountains selling carpets, pottery, plants and fresh fruit, open daily despite its name.

The towers of Fujairah City lining the Gulf of Oman beneath the rugged Hajar Mountains
Photo: Ulises Icardi · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Fujairah 2040 plan and property

The Fujairah 2040 plan and property

Fujairah's development plan focuses on the port and energy, tourism and the environment, with new resorts, an upgraded corniche and better connections by road and rail; see Fujairah 2040. Beachfront residences at resorts such as the Emaar development on the Al Aqah coast attract buyers seeking a weekend home away from the city. For the broader market, see our guides to Dubai Luxury Real Estate and Ras Al Khaimah Luxury Real Estate.

Questions

Questions about Fujairah

How far is Fujairah from Dubai?

About 90 minutes by car to the Al Aqah resorts, through the Hajar Mountains.

Is Fujairah good for diving?

Yes. The east coast has some of the UAE's best diving and snorkeling, with coral, turtles and occasional whale sharks in season.

What should I wear in Fujairah?

Swimwear at resorts and beaches; outside them, modest clothing covering shoulders and knees.

Can I visit Oman's Musandam from Fujairah?

Dhow cruises leave from the Dibba area, but crossing into Oman involves border formalities. Arrange through a licensed operator.

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Weather

Fujairah weather by month

Average day highs, night lows, sea temperature and rainy days for each month, in Fahrenheit and Celsius side by side. The months in gold are the most comfortable for visiting.

Fujairah weather by month, in Fahrenheit and Celsius
MonthDay highNight lowSeaRainy days
°F°C°F°C°F°C
Jan76°24°60°16°76°24°3
Feb79°26°63°17°74°24°2
Mar85°29°68°20°76°24°1
Apr93°34°75°24°79°26°1
May102°39°83°28°85°30°1
Jun103°39°87°31°92°33°1
Jul100°38°88°31°92°33°2
Aug98°37°86°30°90°32°1
Sep98°36°83°28°90°32°0
Oct93°34°78°25°89°31°1
Nov87°30°71°22°84°29°2
Dec80°26°64°18°79°26°1

Averages for 2020–2024, Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5). Sea temperatures: 2023–2024. Rainy days: days with at least 1 mm (0.04 in) of rain. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com.

Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.