Flying from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport.
London is 4 hours behind Dubai. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 93 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to LHR is the 00:55 Royal Brunei service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 16:05 with Emirates.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can find a direct flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
At DXB, you'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Dubai to LHR leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Planning to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from this busy hub.
Break up your flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and LHR include:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to LHR, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London takes about 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport from $264 or travel return from just $646. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
5 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in flight tickets from Dubai to LHR.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport if you plan your break for February. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to London. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai to LHR, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Dubai to London Heathrow Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
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