Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is four hours ahead of London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 27 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LGW to DXB is with Emirates at 21:45. Opt for the first departure with Emirates at 09:40 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LGW to Dubai flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct London Gatwick Airport to Dubai ticket. Start your journey at LGW and end it at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LGW to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
London Gatwick Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LGW arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dubai
$310 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $643. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from LGW to Dubai by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on London Gatwick Airport to Dubai tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
For the best deal, book your ride from Dubai International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is about 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near DWC. Kick back and get cosy after your LGW to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to tick off its top sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.