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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Dubai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from London to Dubai

London to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

London to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,196
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time6 hrs, 60 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week210

Finding cheap flights from London to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Dubai is RM1,196. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from London to Dubai.
Emirates, Qantas and Icelandair fly direct from London to Dubai.
As of August 2025, there are 210 flights per week flying from London to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Dubai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Dubai Airport on Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from London to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know

  • London has numerous airports where you can begin your trip. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Dubai Airport (DXB). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.

  • Around 7 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct London to Dubai Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of London. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai.

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with British Airways at 10:30pm. Go for the first LHR to DXB departure operated by Emirates at 9:05am if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from London to DXB won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Dubai Airport (DXB) can be booked from this terminal.

  • Popular carriers that have direct flights from London to Dubai Airport leaving from LHR include:

  • Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from LHR to DXB.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Virgin Atlantic.

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to DXB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from London to Dubai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • You can book a direct London to Dubai Airport (DXB) plane ticket out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check if flying out of LGW makes more sense for your journey.

  • Emirates offers direct flights from London to DXB leaving from LGW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.

  • Emirates is the top choice for travellers flying from LGW to DXB.

  • Emirates has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Dubai Airport.

  • Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Dubai Airport, check out these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Geneve Airport (GVA)

  • LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to DXB flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:

  • 69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Kick off your adventure at Stansted Airport (STN) and go straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from London to Dubai Airport out of here.

  • Get on board with Emirates. It offers direct London to DXB plane tickets from STN.

  • Most passengers prefer to book seats with Emirates from STN to DXB.

  • Emirates ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 87.6% of services arriving on schedule.

  • Choosing a plane ticket from London to Dubai Airport (DXB) with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When jetting off from Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can detour to on the way to DXB:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

  • From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Dubai Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.

About Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Reserve a hotel near DXB if you're catching a late flight from London to Dubai Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience more of Dubai and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Dubai Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • RM490 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Dubai Airport. Return flights start at RM1,196. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Book ten months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to DXB.

  • The best month for scoring cheap London to Dubai Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to DXB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from London to Dubai Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from London to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Dubai Airport (DXB). July is when most people visit Dubai. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.

  • When booking your London to DXB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from London to Dubai Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Dubai

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Dubai Airport:

  • Your trip to Dubai wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.

  • Around 105 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach.

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