Compare flight prices from Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and more. Direct flights from $310 round trip. The London to Dubai flight takes 6h 50m direct.
| Route | London (LHR) → Dubai (DXB) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 5,475 km (3,399 miles) |
| Flight time | 6h 50m |
| Direct flights | Yes |
| Prices from | $310 round trip |
| Best months to fly | May-Sep |
The London to Dubai route is a well-served route connecting LHR and DXB. With 4 airlines competing on this route, travelers can find competitive fares starting from $310 for a round trip. Direct flights take approximately 6h 50m, covering a distance of 5,475 km.
Average round-trip prices from London to Dubai by month. Highlighted months typically offer the best deals.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $403 | $446 | $390 | $393 | $316 | $375 | $347 | $427 | $307 | $362 | $359 | $449 |
Prices are estimates based on historical data and may vary. Use the search widget above for current fares.
The following airlines operate direct flights on this route:
Emirates operates multiple daily A380 flights on this route. Summer (May-Sep) is the cheapest period as Dubai temperatures peak. flydubai offers a budget alternative from Gatwick.
For the best prices, we recommend comparing across multiple booking platforms:
Near London: LGW (Gatwick). Searching these airports alongside the main one often surfaces cheaper options from low-cost carriers.
Near Dubai: DWC (Al Maktoum). Budget carriers frequently use smaller airports nearby. The fares are lower, but add ground transport costs to your comparison before deciding.
Once you've booked your flight from London to Dubai:
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With 4 airlines competing on London–Dubai, price wars work in your favor — particularly when low-cost carriers force full-service airlines to match base fares on the same corridor.
Demand on London–Dubai follows predictable cycles tied to holidays, school breaks, and business travel patterns. Booking during the low-demand months in our table above is the easiest way to cut costs.
For a long-haul flight like London–Dubai, start searching 8–12 weeks before departure. International fares hit their cheapest window 2–3 months out — earlier bookings carry a premium, and last-minute prices are usually the highest. Start on Google Flights to find the cheapest dates, then cross-reference on Skyscanner and the Kiwi.com widget above. No single engine wins every time, so checking two or three is worth the extra minute.
On long-haul routes like this, mixing carriers on different segments can produce lower total costs. Book the outbound with one airline and the return with another if the pricing works out.
A 6h 50m flight from London to Dubai means the onboard experience genuinely matters. Seat pitch, meal quality, and entertainment options vary significantly between carriers on this route — check SeatGuru for your specific aircraft before choosing.
Check visa and entry requirements for your destination well before booking. Some countries require advance e-visas that take days to process, and discovering this at the airport creates expensive problems.
After comparing fares from Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and flydubai, we found that price gaps between airlines on this route can exceed $200 for the same travel dates. The carrier with the lowest base fare is not always cheapest after adding baggage and seat selection — always compare the total cost at checkout.
You can get competitive fares if you track prices over 2–3 weeks before committing. Flight prices on this corridor follow predictable seasonal patterns, so timing your purchase around shoulder-season dates gives you the best balance of price and availability.
Use the search widget at the top of this page to check current London–Dubai fares. Then cross-reference with Google Flights — its calendar view makes it easy to spot the cheapest departure dates at a glance.
Once you find a good fare, don't hesitate too long. On popular routes like this one, the best prices tend to disappear within 24–48 hours. Setting up a price alert takes 30 seconds and means you will not miss a fare drop.
Flights from London to Dubai start from $310 round trip. Prices vary by season — the cheapest months are typically May-Sep. Use the search widget above to compare current prices.
A direct flight from London (LHR) to Dubai (DXB) takes approximately 6h 50m. The distance is 5,475 km (3,399 miles).
Airlines operating flights from London to Dubai include Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, flydubai.
The cheapest months to fly from London to Dubai are May-Sep. Booking 6-8 weeks in advance and being flexible with travel dates will help you find the lowest fares.
Yes, alternative airports near Dubai include DWC (Al Maktoum). Alternate airports may have lower fares, especially on budget carriers. Account for transfer logistics in your comparison.
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