Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to Dubai: what you need to know
London International Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 8 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your flight from YXU to Dubai, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you hold a passport from Canada, you will need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from London International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
The journey from central London to YXU takes around 53 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from London International Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YXU:
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London International Airport to Dubai is £625. The cheapest price for a return flight is £918. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YXU to Dubai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from London International Airport to Dubai throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from YXU to Dubai every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 9 miles from central Dubai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from London International Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from London International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 35 miles from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from YXU to Dubai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month for flights from London International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from London International Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YXU to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London International Airport to Dubai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Dubai and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from London International Airport to Dubai.