Flying from London to Dubai: what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Dubai, you'll have your choice of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's major gateways.
The average length of a direct London to Dubai flight is 7 hours.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai four hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 68 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from London to Dubai is with British Airways at 22:30. Choose the first LHR to DXB departure with Emirates at 09:05 to maximise your time in Dubai.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your London to Dubai flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Dubai
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Dubai is Rs36,160. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs79,256. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap London to Dubai flights by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from London to Dubai is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Jet off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Dubai. From LHR, you can travel directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Popular airlines that offer direct London to Dubai plane tickets departing from LHR include:
We make it simple to find a London to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Dubai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
78% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a nonstop flight from London to Dubai leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Kick off your travels at LGW and touch down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates offers direct London to Dubai plane tickets from LGW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your London to Dubai flight, check out these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to Dubai? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 83%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can board a direct flight from London to Dubai jetting out of London Stansted Airport (STN). Book a ticket from STN and head straight to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Get on board with Emirates. It offers direct London to Dubai plane tickets from STN.
Booking a ticket from London to Dubai with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to better fares. When flying from London Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can detour to on your way to Dubai:
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Prague Airport (PRG)
Krakow Airport (KRK)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Dubai flight:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from London to Dubai has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 48 kilometres from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from London to Dubai, kick back at a hotel close to DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from London to Dubai. December is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in a London to Dubai ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from London to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Dubai, explore our range of hotels including:
Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Dubai itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dubai. Around 26 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
Abu Dhabi is another standout destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.