Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai four hours ahead of London.
You can choose from 20 weekly Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 14:05 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
To ensure you catch your STN to DXB flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays 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.
Emirates is your gateway to exploring Dubai (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Emirates ranks as the top on-time carrier for STN to DXB flights, with 87.6% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between STN and DXB:
Vienna International Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport flight is R 2,579. A return ticket is currently R 5,155. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from STN to DXB.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from STN to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of the departures from Stansted Airport, 64.73% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
When booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to DXB in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among the biggest draws.