2025 Updated Guide
Dubai to London Flights: When to Book (2025)
This is one of the busiest air routes on the planet. With up to 10 direct flights daily, competition is fierce. Here is how to find a ticket for under AED 1500 (£300).
Quick Cost & Flight Summary
| Flight Time | 7h 30m - 8h |
| Direct Airlines | Emirates, BA, Virgin, Royal Brunei |
| Cheapest Airline | Wizz Air (via Eastern Europe) |
| Avg Direct Cost | AED 2500 - AED 4000 (£550-£850) |
# The Emirates A380 Factor
Emirates operates multiple A380s daily to LHR and LGW.Insider Tip: The flights to Gatwick (LGW) are often 10-15% cheaper than Heathrow (LHR) flights, despite offering the exact same onboarding experience.
# Wizz Air: The AED 500 Option?
Yes, you can fly Dubai (DXB) or Abu Dhabi (AUH) to London Luton/Gatwick for roughly AED 500-800 one-way using Wizz Air. However, this always involves a self-transfer in cities like Budapest, Bucharest, or Sofia. It's risky but cheap.
| Airline | Route | Comfort | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates | DXB - LHR/LGW/STN | High | AED 3000+ |
| British Airways | DXB - LHR | Medium | AED 2600+ |
| Royal Brunei | DXB - LHR | Medium (Dry flight) | AED 2200+ (Hidden Gem) |
| Pegasus | DXB - STN (via IST) | Low | AED 1200+ |