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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs105,898. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Dubai to London Gatwick

Dubai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs36,054
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time7 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week73

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to London Gatwick: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to London Gatwick is Rs82,238. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to London Gatwick.
Emirates, Qantas and Icelandair fly direct from Dubai to London Gatwick.
As of August 2026, there are 73 flights per week flying from Dubai to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Gatwick but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) departing from here.

  • Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dubai to London Gatwick Airport flight.

  • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours behind Dubai. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 2:55pm. Opt for the first DXB to LGW departure with Emirates at 2:45am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to LGW.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operate out of this terminal.

  • Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport jetting out of DXB.

  • The most frequently booked airline between DXB and LGW is Emirates.

  • With an impressive 82.97% of services arriving as scheduled, Emirates is the top on-time carrier serving this route.

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Dubai to LGW with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and LGW include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport. Here's where you can connect between Al Maktoum International Airport and LGW:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

  • You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to LGW flight? Kick back in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • If you have a late flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LGW:

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Dubai to London Gatwick Airport flight.

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport is Rs36,054. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs82,238. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to LGW.

  • June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Dubai to London Gatwick Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Dubai to LGW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Book a Dubai to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about London

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to London Gatwick Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are leading attractions which should be on every London itinerary.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Around 193 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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