Fly to Dubai

Where can I fly to Dubai from?

Regular return flights for Dubai holidays are available from the following locations:

Dublin Airport

Edinburgh Airport

Glasgow Airport

Stansted Airport

London Gatwick Airport

London Heathrow Airport

Newcastle Airport

Manchester Airport

Belfast Airport

Flying to Dubai from the UK

Is UK to Dubai a long haul flight?

The flight from UK to Dubai is classed as a long haul journey, which typically means you’ll find in-flight entertainment and food service.

However, we still recommend planning ahead and packing a book or tablet in your carry-on, or downloading episodes of your favourite show to watch offline!

Can you fly direct to Dubai from the UK

Direct flights to Dubai from the UK are available at a number of airports and with several airlines. You can find direct flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted, Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

How long does it take to fly from the UK to Dubai?

Although it can vary, direct flight times from UK airports to Dubai are usually:

Dublin to Dubai: 7 hours and 30 minutes

Glasgow to Dubai: 7 hours and 30 minutes

London Heathrow to Dubai: 7 hours and 40 minutes

Newcastle to Dubai: 7 hours and 15 minutes

Manchester to Dubai: 7 hours and 15 minutes

Liverpool to Dubai: 10-12 hours (indirect flights available)

Belfast to Dubai: 10-12 hours (indirect flights available)

All flight times are approximate and vary based on seasonality, airline, availability and route restrictions. Indirect flights with stopovers are also available.

Flying to Abu Dhabi for Dubai holidays?

Travelling from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is a popular option for lots of travellers. Abu Dhabi Airport is close to Dubai, and you can often find more affordable and flexible flights with this route.

Our experts also often suggest flying into Abu Dhabi for Dubai holidays since there’s usually less congestion around the airport. So, depending on which part of Dubai you’re staying in, it can often take more or less the same time travelling from Abu Dhabi airport to your hotel.

Flying to Dubai on a multicentre holiday

Dubai multicentre holidays are an ideal way to make the most of your long haul flight time to visit multiple exotic locations.

For example, combining your adventure with a stopover in Thailand means you can compare the bustle of Dubai with the peaceful scenery of islands like Phuket.

Or, after soaking up the culture and excitement of the UAE, head to the beautiful Maldives for a sun-soaked beach retreat before heading home.