Dubai to London (DXB–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–LHR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates, British Airways and Royal Brunei Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,417 miles in approximately 7h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 124 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates Also: AV, FI, GA, QF | 42 | 388 | 8h07-8h45 | – | – | AV, FI, GA, QF |
| BA British Airways Also: IB | 21 | 388, 781 | 7h45-8h | – | Oneworld | IB |
| BI Royal Brunei Airlines | 3 | 788 | 7h20 | – | – | – |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→LHR | DWC→LHR | AUH→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 28 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 150 | 1 | 98 |
| Flight time | 7h 20m | 8h 40m | 7h 30m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · LHR: 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.
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.
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.
DXB–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to LHR
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic. With 150 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DXB to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to LHR ranges from 7 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,417 miles (5,498 km). There are approximately 150 weekly flights outbound and 136 return, totaling 286 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
124 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) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).