Al Ras is a subcommunity of Deira in eastern Dubai, located at latitude 25.26732 and longitude 55.29428. Recent market summaries show 50 sale transactions in Al Ras.
What Al Ras is and where it sits
Al Ras is a subcommunity within Dubai’s Deira area. As a named part of Deira, it forms part of the urban fabric of the city’s older eastern districts.
The coordinates are 25.26732 N, 55.29428 E. Al Ras includes recognised subareas, including:
Transport and distances
Metro: Al Ras is served by the Dubai Metro Green Line. The nearest station, G23, is within walking distance at approximately 177 metres from the neighbourhood’s central reference point.
Driving distances from Al Ras to major Dubai locations include:
- Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 8.1 km
- The Dubai Mall — 7.9 km
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 7.3 km
- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) — 6.3 km
- Business Bay — 9.5 km
- Mall of the Emirates — 19.1 km
- Palm Jumeirah — 23.3 km
- Dubai Marina — 25.9 km
These distances highlight Al Ras’s central position relative to business districts, major shopping destinations and Dubai’s airports.
Who the area suits
Al Ras suits those seeking a location in eastern Deira with straightforward metro and road access to central Dubai. Its proximity to Dubai International Airport can also appeal to frequent air travellers. The neighbourhood is part of Dubai’s active resale market.
The area is also relevant for people who prioritise access to central business locations such as DIFC and Downtown, both within single-digit kilometre distances, as well as commuters using the Green Line.
Local services and nearby institutions
Educational institutions in the wider vicinity include Iranian Khadije Kobra School for Girls, approximately 2.0 km away, and Towheed Iranian Girls School, approximately 2.1 km from the area’s central reference point.
The surrounding neighbourhoods also offer dining and entertainment options, including ladies’ nights and weekend brunches.
FAQ
How do I reach Al Ras by public transport?
Use the Dubai Metro Green Line. The station associated with the area is G23, approximately 177 m from the central reference point.
How far is Al Ras from Dubai’s main landmarks?
Al Ras is about 7.9 km from The Dubai Mall, 8.1 km from Burj Khalifa / Downtown, roughly 7.3 km from DXB and about 6.3 km from DIFC. Coastal and western leisure districts are farther away, including Palm Jumeirah at about 23.3 km and Dubai Marina at about 25.9 km.
Are there property transactions in Al Ras?
Recent market summaries list 50 sale transactions in Al Ras.
