Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of London.
You can choose from 30 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 09:40 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Your LGW to DXB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Dubai (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with Emirates. This popular airline offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Among carriers operating LGW to DXB flights, Emirates has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and DXB include:
Hamad International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport flight is ₹ 9,940. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 22,439. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to DXB.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire to explore Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LGW to DXB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you want to check out another corner of United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.