Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport takes an average of 7 hours 55 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, making it 4 hours behind Dubai.
Flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport start from 00:55 — the first with Royal Brunei Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 22:30 service with British Airways. Overall, there are 93 weekly services between DXB and LHR.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines running direct flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport. When you're ready to start your London holiday and discover this part of United Kingdom, these top carriers fly the DXB to LHR route:
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and LHR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Queen Alia International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from DXB to LHR, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport is $259. The cheapest price for a return flight is $623. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap flight tickets from DXB to LHR, book your journey 6 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Travelling from central Dubai to Dubai Airport takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London takes about 57 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from DXB to LHR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
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