Most popular
DXB
Dubai
Direct from several UK airports · Great for stopovers · Burj Khalifa and the beaches
~7hnon-stop from London Heathrow
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Flights to
the UAE
Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are around seven hours from the UK, with direct flights from several British airports. Tell us your dates and we'll find the fare that suits you.
- Flight timeAbout 7 hours direct
- Time difference4 hours ahead of GMT
- Main airportsDXB · AUH · SHJ
- CurrencyUAE dirham (AED)
- Best valueMay to September
Flights to the UAE from the UK
Where you can land
Most UK travellers land in Dubai, but Abu Dhabi is often quieter and well priced. We compare both for your dates.
Most popular
DXB
Direct
AUH
Abu Dhabi
Direct from London and Manchester · Calmer arrivals · Grand Mosque and Yas Island
~7hnon-stop from London Heathrow
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Good value
SHJ
Sharjah
Close to Dubai · Often a cheaper option · Museums and heritage area
1 stopwe find the best route
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Fly into one of the main airports, then take a short domestic flight or travel on by road.
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
- Al Ain
- Hatta
Flight options
Compare flights to the UAE
Sample return fares from the UK. Open any flight for baggage and onboard details, then get a quote and we'll confirm exact times for your dates.
6 flightsto the UAETap a box to sort
Outbound
LHREvening departure
About 7hDirect
DXBDubai
Return
DXBEarly morning departure
About 7h 40mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Emirates
- Route
- London Heathrow to Dubai and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 2 x 23kg
- On board
- Meals and Wi-Fi
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHRMorning departure
About 7hDirect
AUHAbu Dhabi
Return
AUHNight departure
About 7h 30mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Etihad Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 30kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHRAfternoon departure
About 6h 55mDirect
DXBDubai
Return
DXBNight departure
About 7h 45mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- British Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Dubai and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHREvening departure
About 7hDirect
DXBDubai
Return
DXBEarly morning departure
About 7h 35mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Virgin Atlantic
- Route
- London Heathrow to Dubai and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
MANMorning departure
About 9h 30m1 stop, Istanbul
DXBDubai
Return
DXBNight departure
About 10h1 stop, Istanbul
MANManchester
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- Manchester to Dubai and back
- Change in
- Istanbul, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 30kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
BHXAfternoon departure
About 9h 45m1 stop, Doha
DXBDubai
Return
DXBMorning departure
About 10h 15m1 stop, Doha
BHXBirmingham
- Airline
- Qatar Airways
- Route
- Birmingham to Dubai and back
- Change in
- Doha, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 25kg
- On board
- Meals and Wi-Fi
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Sample fares are per person, return, in economy, and change with dates and availability. Journey times are approximate. Baggage and fare rules vary by airline and are confirmed in your quote.
Airlines
Who flies to the UAE
Gulf carriers fly direct, and European airlines connect through their hubs. Tap a logo to read about the airline.
Plan ahead
When to book
Winter sun and school holidays push fares up. Late spring and the hot summer months are usually the best value.
Typical demand by month, UK to the UAE
- Quiet
- Steady
- Busy
- Peak
- Winter sun
- UK school holidays
- Ramadan and Eid
- UAE National Day
A guide based on past years. Ramadan, Eid and other festivals move each year, so we check your exact dates.
Booking flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from the UK
The UAE is one of the easiest long-haul trips from Britain. Direct flights leave from London Heathrow and Gatwick as well as Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Newcastle, and the journey takes around seven hours. That makes it a favourite for winter sun, family visits and stopovers on the way to Asia or Australia.
We compare direct fares with one-stop routes so you can choose between the quickest journey and the lowest price. If you are travelling as a family, we look closely at baggage allowances, seat selection and meal options, so the fare you pick is the one that works for you.
Tips for a better fare
Prices rise sharply around Christmas, New Year, February half term and Easter. If your dates are flexible, the shoulder months of April and October still bring warm weather with calmer fares. Flying midweek can also bring the price down.
Most British passport holders can visit the UAE without arranging a visa before they travel, but rules can change, so always check the latest entry advice for your passport before you book.
FAQ
Flights to the UAE
Quick answers about flying from the UK to the UAE: airlines, airports, baggage and the best time to travel.
Still have a question?
Talk to our team about your trip to the UAE. We'll answer it and check fares for your dates.
Ask on WhatsAppHow long is the flight from London to Dubai?
A direct flight from London to Dubai takes around seven hours. Flights from Manchester, Birmingham and Scotland take a similar time.
Which UK airports fly direct to the UAE?
Direct flights to Dubai run from several UK airports, including London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Abu Dhabi has direct flights from London and Manchester.
When are flights to Dubai cheapest?
Fares are usually lowest from May to September, when it is very hot in the UAE. Christmas, New Year and school holidays are the busiest and most expensive times.
Can you add a hotel to my Dubai flight?
Yes. Tell us your dates and budget and we can add a hotel and airport transfers, which often costs less than booking them separately.
Which airlines fly from the UK to the UAE?
Airlines we often book include Emirates, Etihad Airways, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways. We compare them for your dates and explain the baggage and fare rules.
Which UK and the UAE airports can I fly between?
Popular UK departures include London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham. In the UAE, you can fly to Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Sharjah (SHJ). We can quote other airports too.
Can I fly into Dubai and home from
Yes. An open-jaw ticket lets you fly into one city and home from another, so you don't have to travel back to where you started. Ask us and we'll price it for your dates.