Mango Season in Dubai: Over 20 Varieties Arrive at Waterfront Market Starting from Dh10/Kg

DUBAI — April 20, 2025: It’s that time of year again — mango season has officially arrived in Dubai, and fruit lovers are flocking to the Waterfront Market in Deira to indulge in the “king of fruits.” With over 20 varieties of mangoes now available from India, Pakistan, Yemen, Thailand, Peru, Colombia, and beyond, the fruit section has turned into a vibrant mango wonderland.

Prices start as low as Dh10 per kg, with options for every palate — from sweet and syrupy to tangy and fibrous, making mango shopping in Dubai a seasonal experience steeped in nostalgia, taste, and tradition.

Waterfront Market Buzzes with Mango Enthusiasts

For many Dubai residents, summer is synonymous with mangoes. Farah Khan, a business owner from Deira, shared how her family eagerly awaits this season.

“My children love the fruit in all forms — sliced, juiced, or in milkshakes. My husband eats it with salt and chilli powder. It’s full-on mango madness at home,” she said.

Sales executive Mohammed Aashiq, a regular at the market, echoed the sentiment:

“The only fruit I truly love is mango. We had farms back home, and coming here reminds me of those days. Here, you can smell and touch before buying — that’s something supermarkets can’t match.”

Variety & Pricing: Mangoes from Around the World

Here are some of the standout mango varieties currently available at the market:

• Yemeni Mango (affordable pick): Dh10 per kg

• Alphonso (India’s pride):

  • Dh45 per box (12 large mangoes)

  • Dh35–40 per box (15 medium mangoes)

• Peruvian Mango (large & luscious):

  • Dh35 per kg

  • Dh90–110 per box (4–5 kg)

• Colombian Mini Mango (rare exotic): Dh90–100 per box

• Chinese/Cambodian Mangoes: Dh18 per kg

Other available varieties include Langra, Dasheri, Banganapalli, Kesar (Gir), Totapuri, Keitt, Ataulfo, Nam Dok Mai, Neelam, Awees, Taimour, and Valencia Pride — each known for its unique flavor, aroma, and texture.

Vendors Expect Prices to Drop Soon

While exotic and rare mangoes are slightly expensive now, vendors assure that prices will gradually decrease as supply increases over the next few weeks.

“We see families who visit only during mango season, and they buy boxes, not kilos,” said Wazed Ali, a long-time vendor.
“For most of our customers, mango is more than a fruit — it’s a memory of home,” added fellow seller Muhammed Najeeb.

With more varieties expected to arrive in the coming weeks, now is the perfect time to start your mango season shopping — whether you’re stocking up for family feasts, smoothies, or just to relive your childhood summers.