Dubai to London (DXB–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–LGW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Emirates leads the route. The flight covers 3,401 miles in approximately 7h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 78 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates Also: FI, QF | 28 | 359, 77W | 7h40-8h47 | – | – | FI, QF |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→LGW | DWC→LGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 28 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | – |
| Flight time | 7h 35m | 18h 57m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 3:00 PM in London.
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.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
DXB–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to LGW
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DXB to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to LGW ranges from 7 hours 35 minutes to 8 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,401 miles (5,474 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
78 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via STR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC).