Every tourist in Dubai hears the same claim: Dubai Outlet Mall sells famous brands at 30% to 90% off. It sounds too good. And the mall is not next door, it sits deep in Dubailand, a long drive from the city.
So here is the honest question this guide answers: are the discounts real, and is the drive worth your half day? Yes to both, if you go with the right expectations. This is not a mall for luxury handbags. It is a mall for Nike, Adidas, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger and hundreds of other mid-range brands at prices you will not see in Dubai Mall or Mall of the Emirates.
The short version: Dubai Outlet Mall runs hundreds of stores and 1,000+ international brands. Discounts typically run 30% to 90% off original prices (food, electronics, jewellery and medicine are excluded). It is a drive out of the city. Allow roughly 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic and where you start, and check Google Maps for your route. There is no metro station; you go by car, taxi or bus.
Dubai Outlet Mall at a glance
- What it is: Dubai’s first outlet concept mall, past-season and discounted stock from major brands
- Where: Dubailand, on the Dubai–Al Ain Road (Route 66)
- Dubai outlet mall timings: Sunday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 12:00 midnight (Ramadan and festive timings can vary)
- Stores: hundreds of stores and 1,000+ international brands
- Discounts: typically 30% to 90% off original prices
- Metro: none, plan a car, taxi or bus (routes 66 and 67 per third-party guides; RTA helpline 800 9090)
Is Dubai Outlet Mall worth the trip?
It depends on what you want to buy.
Worth it if: you shop mid-range international brands (Nike, Adidas, Lacoste, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Mango), you are buying shoes, sportswear, jeans or kids’ clothes, and you enjoy bargain hunting.
Not worth it if: you want luxury labels (no Chanel, Louis Vuitton or Hermès), you only have one free half day in Dubai and would rather see the city, or you hate driving far. A taxi or Careem costs a noticeable amount each way, depending on where you start and the traffic. Check the live fare in the app before you go.
Honest maths: Savings depend on the store and the sale, so check the tag against the full price. The mall is far out, so the trip pays off best when you come with a real shopping list, not just curiosity.
How the 30% to 90% discounts really work
The official mall FAQ (dubaioutletmall.com) states discounts typically range from 30% to 90% off original prices. Here is what that means in practice:
- Most stores sit somewhere inside that range on normal days. Where a store lands depends on the season, the stock and the sale, so check the tag against the full price.
- 60% to 90% off happens on clearance racks, end-of-season items and during big sale events (Dubai Shopping Festival, end of summer). The very top end is real, but it is not the whole mall.
- Excluded categories: food, electronics, jewellery and medicine do not carry these discounts.
- Refunds and exchanges are set by each individual store, not by the mall. Ask at the counter before you buy, especially on final-sale racks.
Checked: 22 October 2026, on the official Dubai Outlet Mall FAQ (dubaioutletmall.com).
Best stores: what people actually come here for
With hundreds of stores and 1,000+ international brands, here are the categories that consistently deliver the best deals:
- Sportswear: Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour, shoes and training wear at the deepest reliable discounts.
- Fashion basics: Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Mango, Gap, jeans, shirts and polos.
- Kids’ clothes: the children’s sections are one of the mall’s best-kept secrets, branded kids’ outfits far below city prices.
- Home and lifestyle: a smaller section, worth a look if you are furnishing a home in the UAE.
- Food court: modest compared to big malls; eat before or after rather than planning lunch here.
New brands rotate in and out. The brands above are the long-standing anchors. If a specific shop matters to you, check the store directory on the official site before driving out.
If your trip is more about full-price mall shopping, our Primark Dubai Mall guide covers the budget end of the city malls.
Dubai Outlet Mall timings
Official hours from the mall FAQ:
- Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 midnight
Ramadan and public-holiday timings can differ. Individual stores may open or close slightly differently from the mall hours, so check the official site on the morning of your visit if you are coming for one specific shop.
When to go: weekday mornings are the quietest, you get the staff’s full attention and the clearance racks are undisturbed. Weekends and festival sale days are busy but have the best extra promotions. Avoid Friday evenings if you dislike crowds.
How to reach Dubai Outlet Mall
There is no metro station at the mall. Your options:
- By car: Dubailand, on Dubai–Al Ain Road (Route 66). It is a drive out of the city. Allow roughly 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic and where you start, and check Google Maps for your route. Parking at the mall is free and plentiful.
- By taxi or Careem: A taxi or Careem costs a noticeable amount each way, depending on where you start and the traffic. Check the live fare in the app before you go.
- By bus: third-party guides cite routes 66 and 67 serving the area; confirm the current route on the RTA app or helpline 800 9090 before relying on it, because routes change.
If you are staying near the city centre, the return trip adds to your costs, so plan to make the trip count with a real shopping list.
Tips before you go
- Come with a list. The mall rewards planned shoppers, not browsers. Know what sizes and items you want.
- Check the tags. Some “outlet” items were made for outlets; compare the fabric and stitching with what you know. The big brands here are genuine, but your eye is still your best tool.
- Ask about refunds. Final-sale racks are usually non-refundable, this is store policy, not the mall’s.
- Combine the trip. The mall is far from everything, so pair it with something on the same side of town, or accept it as your one shopping half day.
- Carry water. You will walk a lot, and the outdoor areas are hot most of the year.
FAQ
Is Dubai Outlet Mall cheaper than Dubai Mall?
For the same mid-range brands, usually yes, because this mall sells past-season and clearance stock at a discount all year.
Is everything 90% off?
No. The deepest cuts sit on clearance racks and during big sales. Savings depend on the store and the sale, so check the tag against the full price.
Is there a metro to Dubai Outlet Mall?
No metro station. Use a car, taxi or bus (routes 66 and 67 per third-party guides).
What are the opening hours?
Sunday to Thursday 10 AM to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday 10 AM to 12 midnight. Ramadan and holidays can differ.
Can tourists shop here?
Yes, fully open to tourists. Bring your passport only if a store offers tourist VAT refund processing.
The Dubai Tours and Safari editorial team researches and updates our Dubai and UAE travel guides, checking prices, timings and facts against official sources.
