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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai Airport to London? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,808. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London

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

Direct flights from Dubai to London

Dubai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,337
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time7 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week300

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to London is R 6,808. 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 56 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to London.
Emirates, Qantas and Icelandair fly direct from Dubai to London.
As of April 2026, there are 300 flights per week flying from Dubai to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London is usually May.
If you're flying from Dubai Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Luton – which is 44.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from R 6,808.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to London on Thursday, 14 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 56 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 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, SunExpress and Royal Brunei offer the cheapest flight tickets to London.

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

  • Expect to be travelling for 7 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to London.

  • London is four hours behind Dubai, where Dubai International Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 70 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to LHR is the 01:00 Royal Brunei Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 16:05 with Emirates.

  • To avoid missing your DXB to London flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • You can fly nonstop from DXB to London. Choose from these arrival points when booking your Dubai International Airport to London ticket:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Dubai International Airport to London include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from DXB to London. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Dubai International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DXB:

  • 71% of flights that depart Dubai International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

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

  • R 2,337 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai International Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is R 6,808. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Book nine months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DXB to London.

  • Schedule your trip for February. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Dubai International Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DXB to London.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dubai International Airport to London by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Dubai International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:

  • Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from DXB to London can help you get the best possible rate.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • After your flight from Dubai International Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DXB to London flight:

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Dubai International Airport to London has landed. Central London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.

  • The journey takes about 45 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by staying at a hotel near STN after your DXB to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Dubai International Airport to London is the ideal time to book your vehicle from STN. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to London

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai International Airport to London. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to London in January.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Dubai International Airport to London plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DXB to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about London

  • Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai International Airport to London, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just two of the popular attractions to put on your London itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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