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

Direct flights from Dubai to London Heathrow

Dubai to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

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

Dubai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,765
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time7 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week346

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to London Heathrow is R 7,204. 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.
7 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to London Heathrow.
Emirates, Qantas and Icelandair fly direct from Dubai to London Heathrow.
As of October 2025, there are 346 flights per week flying from Dubai to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London Heathrow is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Thursday, 27 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 53 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 London Heathrow 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.
Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Royal Brunei offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London four hours behind Dubai.

  • Each week, there are 93 Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, jump on the 00:55 Royal Brunei Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 16:05 with Emirates.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DXB to LHR flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • With direct flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to London (and then other parts of United Kingdom) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.

  • British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to LHR flights. An exceptional 82.86% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between DXB and LHR:

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Queen Alia International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 2,765. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 7,204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to LHR, book your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DXB to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Dubai 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).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DXB to LHR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've seen London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its popular 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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