Golf in United Arab Emirates
UAE Golf Holidays
The UAE is where winter golf goes premium. Dubai and Abu Dhabi deliver a line-up of DP World Tour venues including Emirates Golf Club (Majlis), Jumeirah Golf Estates – Earth Course, Yas Links, Saadiyat Beach and The Els Club, all crafted by design legends like Ernie Els, Greg Norman, Gary Player and Kyle Phillips.
Warm mid-20s temperatures from November to March, luxurious beachfront resorts, and world-class city experiences make the UAE one of the finest winter-sun golf destinations on the planet.
For more information, read our expert guide to Golf in the United Arab Emirates.
Golf Destinations in UAE
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Top Golf Holidays in UAE Including Flights
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Favourite UAE Golf Resort Resort: The Address Dubai Marina
Best UAE Golf Course & Hole: Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Featured Golf Courses in UAE
United Arab Emirates Golfing Highlights:
Our recommendations for the best UAE golf holidays are:
- Dubai Hills Golf Club – The latest addition to Dubai, opened in 2018 and voted the best new golf course globally.
- Media Rotana Dubai – A superb hotel in Al Barsha Heights, minutes from four top Dubai courses.
- Abu Dhabi Golf Club – Host venue of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship.
- The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa – Overlooks Abu Dhabi Golf Club and ideal for exploring the capital.
Golf Holidays in the United Arab Emirates
Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer world-class desert golf, luxury beachfront hotels and warm winter sunshine. With DP World Tour venues, modern skylines and easy UK flights, the UAE is one of the most exciting short-haul winter golf destinations.
Why Choose the UAE for Golf?
The UAE blends winter sun, desert championship golf and five-star resorts.
- DP World Tour venues: Emirates Majlis, Jumeirah Earth, Yas Links
- Perfect winter climate November–March
- Five-star beachfront and city hotels
- Floodlit golf for cooler evenings
- Direct UK flights with generous allowances
Top Golf Courses in the UAE
World-class desert and coastal layouts with elite design pedigree.
- Emirates Golf Club – Majlis (Karl Litten)
- Jumeirah Earth (Greg Norman)
- Yas Links (Kyle Phillips)
- Saadiyat Beach (Gary Player)
- The Els Club (Ernie Els)
- Dubai Hills
Design Legends & Hidden Stories
| Course | Designer & Legacy |
|---|---|
| Emirates Golf Club – Majlis | Karl Litten’s iconic desert layout and long-time host of the Dubai Desert Classic. |
| Yas Links | Kyle Phillips’ links-inspired Gulf-front masterpiece, ranked among the world’s best. |
| Saadiyat Beach Golf Club | Gary Player’s coastal championship course with protected wildlife zones. |
| Jumeirah Golf Estates – Earth | Greg Norman’s DP World Tour Championship venue. |
| The Els Club | Ernie Els’ tour-style layout with immaculate conditioning. |
| Al Zorah Golf Club | Nicklaus Design creation shaped through tidal mangroves in Ajman. |
When to Play Golf in the UAE
November – March
Peak season with perfect 24–28°C temperatures.
April – May
Warm shoulder season with good value.
June – September
Extremely hot; best for floodlit evening golf.
October
Early-season sunshine and excellent course conditions.
Flights & Getting There
Direct UK flights make Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah easy winter-sun escapes.
| Airport | Code | Closest Regions | Flight Time | Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai International | DXB | Dubai, JGE, Emirates GC, Dubai Hills | 6h 45m – 7h | Emirates, British Airways |
| Abu Dhabi International | AUH | Yas Island, Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi GC | 7h | Etihad Airways |
| Ras Al Khaimah International | RKT | Al Hamra, Waldorf Astoria RAK | 7h – 7h 15m | Gulf Air, Qatar Airways |
Top Experiences in the UAE
- Burj Khalifa – Skyline views
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – Cultural icon
- Ferrari World – Home of the fastest coaster
- Dubai Marina – Waterfront dining
- Dubai Mall & Fountain Show – Entertainment hub
- Desert Safaris – Dune drives & Bedouin experiences
- Topgolf Dubai – Evening fun at Emirates GC
Dubai
Skyline golf and top courses including Emirates Majlis, Jumeirah Earth and Dubai Hills.
Abu Dhabi
Coastal luxury with Yas Links, Saadiyat Beach and Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
Ras Al Khaimah
Laid-back coastline and excellent value at Al Hamra.
Ajman
Home to the Nicklaus Design Al Zorah Golf Club.
United Arab Emirates Golf Information
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