London to Dubai flights at a glance
| Distance | about 5,500 km (great-circle) |
|---|---|
| Typical flight time | about 7 hours |
| From | Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) and London City (LCY) |
| To | Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum (DWC) |
| Service | A busy route with many daily nonstop flights. |
Times are typical and vary with winds, routing and schedules; connections add time. The search above shows real options for your dates.
When it gets busy
UK school holidays, especially October half-term, Christmas and Easter, are busy. Summer in Dubai is very hot, which affects demand. When your trip falls in a busy period, it helps to start watching fares a few months ahead and to stay flexible by a day or two either side.
Tips for flying London to Dubai
- Winter is the most popular season for Dubai sunshine, so book early for Christmas and February half-term.
- Many people use Dubai as a stopover on the way to Asia or Australia; check if a stopover fits your plans.
- Dress modestly in public places and check local rules before you travel.
Getting to and from the airports
London: Heathrow is on the Elizabeth line and Piccadilly line, Gatwick and Stansted have fast trains, and London City is on the DLR, close to Canary Wharf.
Dubai: The Dubai Metro Red Line stops at Terminals 1 and 3 of DXB; DWC is further south and mostly reached by road.
Always confirm transport times on the official airport or transit website, especially for late-night arrivals.
Reading the search results like a pro
Sort by price, then by duration, and compare the two lists. The quickest option is not always the most expensive, and the lowest headline price can hide a very long layover or an early-morning airport change. Use the filters for stops, departure times and airlines, and open the fare details to see what is included. If you travel with family, price the whole group, as the last few seats at one price may not cover everyone.
Setting a price alert lets you relax and decide when a fare suits you, instead of checking every day.
Paperwork to sort early
Make sure your passport will still be valid well after you come home, and check visa or electronic authorisation rules for your destination and for any country where you change planes. Official government websites are the only reliable source. Read your fare’s baggage allowance before you pack, and keep medicines, documents and a change of clothes in your hand luggage. Our travel checklist and baggage guide cover the rest.
Seeing the sights in Dubai
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Planning several paid attractions? A sightseeing pass from Go City can bundle entry to many of them. Check that Dubai and the attractions you want are included, and compare with single tickets before you buy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Dubai?
About 7 hours. Exact times depend on the airline, routing and winds.
Which airports serve this route?
Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) and London City (LCY), and Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum (DWC).
When is it busiest?
UK school holidays, especially October half-term, Christmas and Easter, are busy. Summer in Dubai is very hot, which affects demand.
Where do the prices come from?
Prices come only from our partner’s live search. We do not set or guarantee fares.
Data and credits: Written by ViralScopeHub. Flight times and airport details are approximate and for general planning; schedules, airlines and rules change, so always confirm with the airline, airport or official government sites before you travel. Airline and airport names are used only to describe routes; we are not affiliated with them. See all Live Earth & Space tools and our credits page.