Flying from London to Dubai: what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Dubai, you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
When planning your arrival in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
7 hours 3 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from London to Dubai. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 4 hours ahead of London.
The most popular route for flights from London to Dubai is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dubai Airport (DXB). There are 93 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from LHR to DXB is the 09:05 Emirates service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:30 with British Airways.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from London to Dubai. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You'll need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from London to Dubai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Set out from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Dubai. From LHR, you can fly directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from London to Dubai departing from LHR. Book your journey with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from London to Dubai departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider organising a direct flight from London to Dubai out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop services from LGW will take you to Dubai Airport (DXB).
From LGW, direct flights from London to Dubai are available with Emirates.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Dubai. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between London Heathrow Airport and Dubai:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to Dubai? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late flight from London to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from London to Dubai has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The trip will take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near DWC. Kick back after your flight from London to Dubai at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Dubai
$159 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Dubai. Return flights start at $425. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 7 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to Dubai.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from London to Dubai is March. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Dubai, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before you book a flight from London to Dubai, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Dubai, browse our selection of hotels including:
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