Near Gate 106 in T1, Ajmal stays open 24x7
Right by Gate 106 in Terminal T1, Ajmal Perfumes runs round the clock, which helps on those 02:00 departures and 05:00 arrivals. It focuses on Middle Eastern-style fragrances, oil-based attars, and a smaller set of cosmetics, so go in with scent as the main aim. Being airside means you can shop after clearing security, even if your boarding time is close.
Ajmal leans heavily on oud, musk, and floral blends, with prices ranging from roughly mid-market to duty-free premium tiers. You’ll see classic Ajmal lines along with gift sets boxed for quick gifting before you head to your gate. Stock here usually skews more toward perfume bottles than makeup palettes, so don’t expect a full multi-brand beauty floor.
The shop sits in the T1 departure lounge near other retail around Gate 106, so it’s easy to loop past on the way to most domestic gates. Because it’s 24x7, late-night queues can still form when two or three departures bank around the same time. Figure 10–15 minutes if you want to test more than a couple of scents or compare a few gift options.
No major complaint pattern shows up in reviews, but as with most strong oud and attar counters, the air can feel heavy with mixed testers. Spray new scents on paper first, then one spot on skin, or it all blurs fast. Final tip: take a photo of the bottle and name at the shelf before you pay, so you can find the same fragrance again on a future trip.