Dubai(Jebel Ali) to London (DWC–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
MXP Ferno (VA) 9h 5m EK → BAJLQR Ferno (VA) (MXP) to London flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 9h 10m CIEKLH → A3AVB6 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to London flights
AMS Amsterdam 9h 35m EK → 6EB6BA Amsterdam (AMS) to London flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 10h 20m EK → AFBAG3 Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to London flights
BUD Budapest 10h 30m MS → B6BAIB Budapest (BUD) to London flights
CPH Copenhagen 11h 20m EK → AMAYB6 Copenhagen (CPH) to London flights
STN London, Essex 11h 30m EK → EY London, Essex (STN) to London flights
MAD Madrid 12h 20m EK → BAIBJL Madrid (MAD) to London flights
ADD Addis Ababa 13h ET → ACETNH Addis Ababa (ADD) to London flights
BLR Bengaluru 16h 32m EK → AIBACX Bengaluru (BLR) to London flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Dubai(Jebel Ali) to London
2 carriers, 1 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 3,426 mi 7h 15m nonstop -3h behind

DWC–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 3,426 miles in approximately 7h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from London (LHR) London to Dubai(Jebel Ali) flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DWC–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CX Cathay Pacific 1 – – – Oneworld –
EK Emirates 1 77X 7h15 – – –
Aircraft on this route
77X Boeing 777-200ER – EK
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: CX (1 flights/wk, 50%)
Unaffiliated: EK (1 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DWC to LHR direction.
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWC to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
37
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
MXP ~9h 5m FRA ~9h 10m AMS ~9h 35m BRU ~9h 48m CDG ~10h 20m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
822
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach London from Dubai(Jebel Ali)

Nearby airports with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Metric DWC→LHR DXB→LHR AUH→LHR
Distance from DWC – 28 mi 45 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 9 9
Weekly flights 1 126 147
Flight time 7h 15m 7h 35m 7h 30m
Dubai (DXB) to London flights · Abu Dhabi (AUH) to London flights
Airports within 200 miles of DWC with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
London is 3 hours behind Dubai(Jebel Ali).
DWC: +04 · LHR: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali), it's 3:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
3,426 mi / 5,513 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 15m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit the UK for tourism or business stays of up to 6 months. The ETA is a digital authorization linked to the passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from LHR

Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.

London Climate

Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DWC–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai(Jebel Ali) to London route.
Route details
Distance3,426 mi / 5,513 km
Flight time7h 15m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DWC
Full nameAl Maktoum International Airport
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 m
Destination: LHR
Full nameLondon Heathrow Airport
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWC to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport take about 7h 15m gate to gate. The route covers 3,426 miles.
2 airlines operate flights from DWC to LHR: Cathay Pacific and Emirates.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Milan Malpensa, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam.
London is 3 hours behind Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Yes, return flights from LHR to DWC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DXB and AUH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DWC to LHR

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific and Emirates. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DWC to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWC to LHR is about 7 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,426 miles (5,513 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Milan Malpensa, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).