Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai is four hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LCY to DXB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LCY and DXB:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Zurich Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Right now, Rs89,743 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs166,504. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LCY to DXB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Dubai Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LCY to DXB.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, 74.57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to London City Airport from central London, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LCY:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you have a late London City Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire to explore Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from London City Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to DXB in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without experiencing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.