Dubai Airshow 2027 Exhibitor Guide: Dates, Stand Options, Show Features and 2025 Deals
Dubai Airshow 2027 runs from 15 to 19 November 2027 at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site. This guide covers stand options, show features, visitor rules and the organiser's 2025 and 2023 figures.
Dubai Airshow 2027 runs from 15 to 19 November 2027 at Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai Airshow Site, says the official website. It follows Dubai Airshow 2025, the show's 19th edition. Dubai Airshow is part of Informa Markets, a trading division of Informa PLC.
Dubai Airshow 2027 key facts
| Item | Dubai Airshow 2027 |
|---|---|
| Dates | 15 to 19 November 2027 |
| Venue | DWC, Dubai Airshow Site, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
| Previous edition | Dubai Airshow 2025, the 19th edition, 17 to 21 November 2025 |
| Organiser | Informa Markets, a trading division of Informa PLC |
| Strategic partners | Dubai Airports, the UAE Ministry of Defence, Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP), the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and the UAE Space Agency |
| Audience | Industry professionals only, under the 2025 visitor rules |
| Public area | SkyView grandstand, next to the Airshow Site |
| Official website | dubaiairshow.aero |
For other events in the sector, see our defence, aerospace and tech show calendar.
Dubai Airshow history, organiser and partners
Dubai Airshow began in 1986 as Arab Air, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, according to the organiser's About page. That first edition had 200 exhibitors and 25 aircraft. The organiser now describes the show as "shaping the future of the aerospace, space, and defence industry".
The 19th edition, Dubai Airshow 2025, ran from 17 to 21 November 2025 at Dubai World Central. The five Strategic Partners on the 2027 home page also supported the 2025 edition, according to the organiser's release of 1 May 2025.
Dubai Airshow sectors and visitor profile
The organiser's Why Exhibit page lists these exhibiting sectors.
| Dubai Airshow exhibiting sectors | ||
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Aviation | Business Aviation | Defence & Military |
| Space | Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) | Emerging Technology |
| Air Traffic Management | Aircraft Interiors | MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) |
The organiser's 2023 Post Show Report breaks down that edition's visitors by key sector and by region.
| Dubai Airshow 2023 visitors by key sector | Share | Dubai Airshow 2023 visitors by region | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and general aviation | 44% | Middle East and North Africa (MENA) | 69% |
| Commercial aviation | 28% | Europe | 11% |
| Defence and military | 14% | Americas | 5% |
| Space, including satellites | 14% | Rest of the world | 15% |
By activity, aircraft operators and airlines were the largest group of 2023 visitors, at 21%, followed by airports at 13%.
Defence at Dubai Airshow and the Delegation Program
The organiser calls Dubai Airshow "one of the must-attend events for the air defence sector". Its Delegation Program runs "in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Defence, Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and the Government of Dubai". The defence page names who should attend, from ministries of defence and chiefs of air force to senior procurement staff. Contract system integrators, manufacturers and service providers complete the list. Invitation-only "Live Content" sessions offer "high-level discussions, private sessions, and workshops".
Exhibiting options at Dubai Airshow
The organiser's exhibiting options page, written for the 2025 edition, includes these formats for custom builds and displays.
| Option | How the organiser describes it |
|---|---|
| Space only | "The most customisable exhibition experience", with the choice of an upper deck. The organiser's advice: "Hire a stand contractor of your choice to design and build your bespoke stand." |
| Chalet | A "self-contained chalet unit" for hosting clients, fitted out with "the contractor of your choice". The 2025 features page describes "single and double" Hospitality Chalets "near the static display". |
| Outdoor space | Room for "large exhibits, mock-ups, and vehicles", or a custom pavilion "located directly beside the static display". |
| Aircraft display | Static display space with "easy access from the exhibition hall". |
| SkyView | The public grandstand area, where the organiser offers "space-only arrangements for dynamic brand activations". |
Exhibitor tools and the Better Stands Programme
For Dubai Airshow 2025, the organiser's Exhibitor Resource Centre was built around an Exhibitor Manual. It covered profile edits, stand service orders, exhibitor badges, sustainability and the official events schedule. Exhibitor Portal access went to "one primary contact per company", who could share access links with colleagues. The 2025 frequently asked questions (FAQ) page added that exhibitors could scan visitor badges with lead capture tools in the official app.
The organiser's sustainability page says Dubai Airshow will be part of the Better Stands Programme. The programme aims "to reduce the single use disposable stands at exhibitions in favour of reusable structures". For 2025, the organiser said the exhibition, conference and chalets ran on 100% renewable electricity.
Aircraft display and SkyView at Dubai Airshow
The organiser calls the aircraft display "An undisputed highlight of Dubai Airshow". The static display is "open to all registered attendees", says the 2025 FAQ. The daily flying programme is published each morning on the website and app. In a "Dubai Airshow-first", electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft joined the 2025 flying display.
SkyView is "a grandstand arena alongside the Dubai Airshow site", where members of the public watch the flying displays. Under the 2025 FAQ, a SkyView ticket did not give entry to Dubai Airshow itself. Registered Dubai Airshow visitors could also access SkyView.
Dubai Airshow feature zones and conference stages
The details below come from the organiser's 2025 feature pages. The Space Pavilion page already lists 2027 dates.
| Feature | What the organiser describes |
|---|---|
| Space Pavilion | Run in partnership with the UAE Space Agency. In 2025, its Space programme "brought together 27+ national space agencies, including 12 of the world's largest". The page lists dates of 15 to 19 November 2027. |
| Vista | "A dedicated hub for startups worldwide", with an Investor Programme, the Vista Stage and challenges leading to the "VISTA Inspiration Cup" |
| AAM Pavilion | "A dedicated exhibition area" for manufacturers and start-ups, with eVTOL aircraft on static and flying display |
| NextGen Leaders | Sessions, workshops, university research showcases and a hackathon for students, graduates and young professionals |
| The Studio | A space for executives to record interviews and panel discussions |
Dubai Airshow 2025 ran its conference across four stages, according to the organiser's conference page.
| Stage (2025) | Tracks and focus |
|---|---|
| Aerospace 2050 | NextGen Leaders, Space and Sustainability |
| Aviation Mobility | Advanced Air Mobility, Airport and Airlines Keynote, MRO, Passenger Experience and Workforce Development |
| Vista Stage | Start-up challenges, pitch competitions, hackathons and research presentations |
| The Academy | Airport Tech, Cyber Security and Future Flight: Powered by Women |
Dubai Airshow 2025 also ran four evening events, opening with Party on the Runway at Skydive Dubai on 17 November. On 18 November, Airshow After Dark kept the show open until 9pm. Dubai Airports, Dubai Duty Free and Emirates Airline hosted the Gala Dinner at Atlantis, The Palm, which was "Strictly by invitation only". The invitation-only Aerospace Executive Club launched in 2025 for "top CEOs in aviation, space, and defence".
Visitor rules, show hours and getting to DWC
Dubai Airshow is "a business trade show and is open to industry professionals only", according to the 2025 FAQ. Visitors "may be asked to provide a business card as proof of eligibility". The dress code was "business attire or national dress". Cameras were allowed under the 2025 FAQ. The exhibition hall, meeting rooms and public areas had disabled access, with parking bays reserved for disabled drivers.
The 2025 show hours were:
| Day (2025) | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday 17 November | 10am to 5.30pm |
| Tuesday 18 November | 10am to 9pm |
| Wednesday 19 to Friday 21 November | 10am to 5.30pm |
For 2025, the FAQ said "All visitors are required to park at Al Maktoum Airport". Park & Ride services then ran "continuously to the Dubai Airshow Site". The SkyView section of the FAQ also listed buses from EXPO Metro Station on a continuous loop.
Dubai Airshow 2025: pre-show figures and announced deals
Dubai Airshow 2025 ran from 17 to 21 November 2025 at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site. The figures below come from the organiser's release of 14 November 2025. They are pre-show figures, describing what the 19th edition expected to host.
| Measure | Organiser's pre-show figure, 14 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Exhibitors | More than 1,500, including 440 new exhibitors |
| Trade visitors | 148,000 |
| Military and civil delegations | 490, from 115 countries |
| Country pavilions | 21, including a debut from Morocco |
| Chalets | 98 |
| Additional exhibition space | 8,000 square metres |
| Start-ups and investors | 120 start-ups and 50 investors |
| Aircraft on flying and static display | Over 200, "the largest in the event's history" |
| Conference | More than 450 industry experts across four stages |
Orders and contracts announced during Dubai Airshow 2025
The organiser reported these deals in two releases during the 2025 show.
| Release date | Announcement reported by the organiser |
|---|---|
| 17 November 2025 | Emirates ordered 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, powered by GE 9X engines, worth US$38 billion |
| 17 November 2025 | flydubai ordered 60 GEnx-1B engines from GE Aerospace for its upcoming fleet of 30 Boeing 787-9 aircraft |
| 17 November 2025 | Ethiopian Airlines committed to buy 11 additional 737 MAX jets |
| 20 November 2025 | flydubai agreed to buy 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft, with options for 100 more, valued at US$24 billion |
| 20 November 2025 | flydubai ordered 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft |
| 20 November 2025 | Emirates ordered eight additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft worth US$3.4 billion |
| 20 November 2025 | Etihad Airways ordered six A330-900s, seven additional A350-1000s and three A350F aircraft |
| 20 November 2025 | Ethiopian Airlines ordered six Airbus A350-900 aircraft |
| 20 November 2025 | Gulf Air ordered 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, with options for three more |
| 20 November 2025 | EDGE Group launched 42 new products and solutions |
| 20 November 2025 | Tawazun Council, representing the UAE Ministry of Defence and Abu Dhabi Police, announced 20 major contracts over the first three days. They totalled AED 18.016 billion (UAE dirhams). |
Dubai Airshow 2023 in numbers
All figures below come from the organiser's Dubai Airshow 2023 Post Show Report.
| Measure | Dubai Airshow 2023 |
|---|---|
| Total attendance | 135,053 |
| Exhibitors | 1,400+ from 98 countries |
| New exhibitors | 400 |
| Start-ups | 93 |
| Country pavilions | 20 |
| Aircraft on display | 192 |
| Civil and military delegations | 493, from 97 countries |
| Trade visitors | Up 30%, from 148 countries |
| Accredited journalists | 1,589 from 54 countries |
| Conference | 9 tracks, 350+ speakers, 50+ hours of content |
| SkyView grandstand | 11,915 visitors |
| Orders booked | Over US$101.4 billion |
Deals listed in the 2023 report include an Emirates order for 95 wide-body Boeing aircraft, worth US$52 billion. flydubai confirmed an order for 30 Boeing aircraft worth US$11 billion. Tawazun signed deals with local and international companies valued at US$6.278 billion.
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How we compiled this guide
We compiled this guide from official sources only. These are the Dubai Airshow website, the organiser's news releases and its 2023 Post Show Report. We checked every source on 28 October 2026. Many feature and visitor details come from the 2025 edition and can change for 2027. Check the official Dubai Airshow website before you travel.
Sources
- Dubai Airshow, home page (2027 dates, venue, Strategic Partners, Informa Markets footer): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/
- Dubai Airshow, About us (Arab Air in 1986, first edition, self-description, Informa Markets): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/about-us/
- Dubai Airshow, Why Exhibit (exhibiting sectors): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/exhibit/exhibiting/why-exhibit/
- Dubai Airshow, Exhibiting options (stand formats): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/exhibit/exhibiting/exhibiting-options/
- Dubai Airshow, Exhibitor Resource Centre (Exhibitor Manual, Exhibitor Portal): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/exhibit/exhibiting/exhibitor-resource-centre/
- Dubai Airshow, Sustainability (Better Stands Programme, renewable electricity): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/sustainability/
- Dubai Airshow, Show features (Hospitality Chalets, Vista, The Studio, Aerospace Executive Club): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/
- Dubai Airshow, Defence (defence focus, Delegation Program, who should attend): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/defence/
- Dubai Airshow, Space Pavilion (2025 space agencies, 2027 dates): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/space/
- Dubai Airshow, Vista (start-up hub, Vista Pod): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/vista/
- Dubai Airshow, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM Pavilion): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/aam/
- Dubai Airshow, NextGen Leaders: https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/show-features/next-gen/
- Dubai Airshow, Visit (aircraft display highlight, SkyView description): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/visiting/
- Dubai Airshow, Conference stages (2025 stages and tracks): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/confrences/stages/
- Dubai Airshow, Airshow After Dark networking events (2025 evening events): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/visit/explore-features/airshow-after-dark-events/
- Dubai Airshow, Frequently asked questions (2025 visitor rules, hours, parking, SkyView access, exhibitor tools): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/frequently-asked-questions/
- Dubai Airshow release, 1 May 2025 (19th edition, dates, stakeholders): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/the-future-is-here-record-breaking-dubai-airshow-returns/
- Dubai Airshow release, 14 November 2025 (2025 pre-show figures, eVTOL first): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/the-future-of-aerospace-prepares-to-take-off-at-dubai-airshow-2025-taking-place-from-17-to-21-november/
- Dubai Airshow release, 17 November 2025 (day one deals, eVTOL flight): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/major-deals-take-off-during-day-one-of-dubai-airshow/
- Dubai Airshow release, 20 November 2025 (days two and three deals, Tawazun Council): https://www.dubaiairshow.aero/usefulinfo/info/news/dubai-airshow-proves-the-future-is-here/
- Dubai Airshow 2023 Post Show Report (2023 figures, visitor profile and deals): https://go.dubaiairshow.aero/das-2023-post-show-report
- Orchestra Media, Global presence (UAE office shows, seven offices): https://orchestra.media/global-presence
- Orchestra Media, Success stories (Falcon at EBACE): https://orchestra.media/success-stories
- Orchestra Media, Extra services (multimedia): https://orchestra.media/services/extra-services
- Orchestra Media, Booth design and construction: https://orchestra.media/services/booth-design-construction
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