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

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CX37
CX Cathay Pacific
74Y
1:10 PM
+04
6:50 PM
GMT
8h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK3
EK Emirates
1:33 PM
+04
11:12 PM+1
GMT
13h 39m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK31
EK Emirates
6:43 PM
+04
11:34 PM+1
GMT
8h 51m
M T W T F S S
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EK30
EK Emirates
4:51 PM
GMT
10:06 AM+1
+04
13h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Dubai(Jebel Ali) to London
2 carriers, 3 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 3,426 mi 8h 40m nonstop -4h behind 30 1-stop hubs

DWC–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 3,426 miles in approximately 8h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DWC–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EK Emirates 2 8h51-13h39
CX Cathay Pacific 1 74Y 8h40 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
74Y Boeing 747-400F – CX
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EK (2 flights/wk, 67%)
Oneworld: CX (1 flights/wk, 33%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DWC to LHR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
1
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWC to LHR.
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One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,126
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.

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 7 6
Weekly flights 3 128 79
Flight time 8h 40m 7h 50m 7h 50m
Airports within 200 miles of DWC with service to London Heathrow Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4h
London is 4 hours behind Dubai(Jebel Ali).
DWC: +04 · LHR: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali), it's 2:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
3,426 mi / 5,513 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 40m to 13h 39m.
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.

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.

DWC–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai(Jebel Ali) to London route.
Route details
Distance3,426 mi / 5,513 km
Flight time8h 40m to 13h 39m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights3 out / 1 return
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: DWC
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 m
Destination: LHR
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWC to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 8h 40m to 13h 39m. The route covers 3,426 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Cathay Pacific and Emirates.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from DWC to LHR. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AMM, AUH, ADD, ARN, DAC, CDG, OSL, MAN, CPH, CAI, FRA, FCO, AMS, DXB, EDI, IST, PRG, DEL, JNB, LOS, BRU, BLR, HKG, MAA, LIS, LGW, YUL, CAN, PEK and TPE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 4 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.
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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 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DWC to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWC to LHR ranges from 8 hours 40 minutes to 13 hours 39 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,426 miles (5,513 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via AMM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).