Travelling from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours behind Dubai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DWC to LHR flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DWC and LHR:
Luxembourg Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, R 3,544 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,540. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from DWC to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DWC to LHR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport, data shows 56.64% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Dubai to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DWC? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DWC to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.