Flying from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dubai to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 4:05pm. Opt for the first DXB to LHR departure with Royal Brunei Airlines at 1am if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Dubai to LHR.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport leaving from DXB. Book your journey with one of these:
Emirates sees the most traveller bookings for flights from DXB to LHR.
British Airways is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to LHR departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport. Here's where you can connect between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and LHR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dubai to LHR flight? Relax in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Have a late flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LHR and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Dubai to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is around 26 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ج.م. 8,114 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 18,572. These fares can change based on demand.
Book nine months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to LHR.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the best month for scoring cheap Dubai to London Heathrow Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Dubai to LHR flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are must-visits when exploring London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 145 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
