What will change in Dubai in 2040?
- Aymée Janssen
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Dubai is known worldwide for its visionary plans and unprecedented growth. With the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the city is once again setting the tone for the future. In the coming years, Dubai will transform in terms of infrastructure, population growth, and tourism.
The largest airport in the world Al Maktoum Airport
Dubai is working on a massive project: the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). With five runways, 400 gates, and a capacity of 260 million passengers per year, it will become the world's largest airport by 2040. Once the expansion is complete, the current Dubai International Airport (DXB) will relocate entirely to DWC. This mega-investment will not only make Dubai an even more important hub for international flights but also boost the economy and employment.
Explosive population growth
According to the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the population will grow from approximately 3.3 million in 2020 to 5.8 million in 2040. Including temporary residents, the daily population could even reach 7.8 million. This strong growth significantly increases the demand for housing. For investors, this means that buying a house or apartment in Dubai will become an increasingly attractive option. New neighborhoods, with a focus on sustainability and easy accessibility, will be central to this.
Tourism: doubling and new hotspots
Tourism remains a key pillar of Dubai's economy. The 2040 plan envisions a 134% increase in the area dedicated to hotels and tourist facilities, and a 400% expansion of beaches. By 2040, Dubai expects to welcome tens of millions of tourists annually, boosting demand for both hospitality and residential real estate.
What does this mean for real estate?
The combination of population growth, tourism expansion and infrastructure means the real estate market will continue to thrive until 2040.
Near the world's largest airport, demand for housing and investments will increase.
With the arrival of new metro lines and sustainable city districts, now is the time to consider buying a house in Dubai or buying an apartment in Dubai.
Tourist and residential areas are increasingly merging, further increasing the value of real estate in prime locations.
For European investors, this is the perfect time to get in before prices rise further. Want to know more about investing in real estate in Dubai? Contact Daan Welvaart at daan@huis.ae or send a message via WhatsApp .
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