Manchester, Greater Manchester to Dubai(Jebel Ali) (MAN–DWC) — 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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAN–DWC had nonstop service from Emirates, last on the schedule in March 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 3,525 miles in 8h 51m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · DWC: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 9:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali).
British passport holders receive a free visa on arrival in the UAE, valid for 30 days with a single 10-day extension available (AED 600, about $165). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. No advance application, no fee, no photos needed at the border. Processing is automatic at the e-gate if you have a biometric passport.
You need a return or onward ticket. Immigration officers rarely ask for hotel bookings but technically can. For stays beyond 40 days, apply for a tourist visa extension through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or via the ICP smart services portal before the initial 30 days expire.
Direct flights from London to Dubai run 6 hours 45 minutes, to Abu Dhabi about 7 hours. The UAE dirham is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725 AED per $1. No vaccination requirements for entry. Alcohol is legal in licensed venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi but public intoxication carries criminal penalties. Import of codeine-based medications (common UK over-the-counter items) requires a UAE Ministry of Health e-permit obtained before travel.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–DWC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to DWC
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) had nonstop service from Emirates, last on the schedule in March 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MAN to DWC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to DWC is about 8 hours 51 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,525 miles (5,672 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.