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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Dubai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.R 3,317 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,317, select.
Dubai.R 3,348 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,348, select.
Dubai.R 3,361 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,361, select.
Dubai.R 3,385 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,385, select.
Dubai.R 3,515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,515, select.
Dubai.R 3,697 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,697, select.
Dubai.R 3,702 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,702, select.
Dubai.R 3,745 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,745, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 9,208
Aug
from R 3,697
Sep
from R 3,769
Oct
from R 3,317
Nov
from R 3,515
Dec
from R 4,103
Jan
from R 3,361
Feb
from R 3,385
Mar
from R 3,348
Apr
from R 4,370
May
from R 3,745
Jun
from R 3,702

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Dubai

Alternative London Heathrow to Dubai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Dubai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,317
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time7 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week178

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

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Dubai is R 6,798. 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 1 minute is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Dubai.
Emirates, Qantas and Icelandair fly direct from London Heathrow to Dubai.
As of July 2025, there are 178 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Dubai is usually October.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from R 6,798.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai on Sunday, 5 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 1 minute.
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.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 36°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and Royal Brunei offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

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

  • Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai.

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

  • With 68 weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 09:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from LHR to DXB is with British Airways at 22:30.

  • To avoid rushing for your LHR to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at LHR and travel straight to Dubai Airport (DXB). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Dubai tickets.

  • You can choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai, including:

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from LHR to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • In search of a hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.

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

  • R 3,317 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 6,798. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Dubai.

  • The best month for picking up cheap London Heathrow Airport to Dubai tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight from LHR to Dubai is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:

  • Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your flight from LHR to Dubai can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • The journey will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LHR to Dubai flight:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and be on your way in a flash.

  • Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Dubai

  • Plan your trip to Dubai in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Before locking in your London Heathrow Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

More about Dubai

  • When it comes to looking 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 booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dubai:

  • The Dubai Mall Heart and Burj Khalifa are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Desert safari tourism.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its top attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are among the biggest draws.

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