As of 7 September 2026, Emirates publishes direct flights between Dubai and London, operating 84 weekly departures across three London airports — Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted.
The Dubai–London corridor is one of the world’s busiest long-haul routes, and Dubai International Airport (DXB) normally hosts multiple carriers on the service.
Airlines Operating Dubai–London Right Now
Emirates currently lists 84 one-way flights per week from Dubai to London, split across London Heathrow (42 weekly), London Gatwick (28 weekly), and London Stansted (14 weekly).
All flights depart from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
| Airline | Flight | Schedule | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates | EK7 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 02:30, arr 07:05 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK1 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 07:45, arr 12:25 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK29 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 09:40, arr 14:25 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK31 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 11:25, arr 16:10 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK3 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 14:15, arr 18:40 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK5 (DXB → LHR) | Daily — dep 15:25, arr 20:15 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK8 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 09:05, arr 19:50 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK2 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 14:20 or 14:25, arr 00:30 (+1); timing varies by date | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK30 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 16:50, arr 02:55 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK32 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 19:40, arr 05:45 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK4 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 20:40, arr 06:40 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK6 (LHR → DXB) | Daily — dep 22:15, arr 09:00 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK11 (DXB → LGW) | Daily — dep 02:45, arr 07:20 | Boeing 777 |
| Emirates | EK15 (DXB → LGW) | Daily — dep 07:40, arr 12:35 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK9 (DXB → LGW) | Daily — dep 14:55, arr 19:45 | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK12 (LGW → DXB) | Daily — dep 09:05, arr 19:50 | Boeing 777 |
| Emirates | EK16 (LGW → DXB) | Daily — dep 14:35, arr 00:45 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK10 (LGW → DXB) | Daily — dep 21:45, arr 07:45 (+1) | Airbus A380 |
| Emirates | EK65 / EK67 (DXB → STN) | 14 weekly combined — EK65 dep 08:15, arr 13:05; EK67 dep 14:15, arr 18:45 | Boeing 777 |
| Emirates | EK66 / EK68 (STN → DXB) | 14 weekly combined — EK66 dep 14:55, arr 01:00 (+1); EK68 dep 21:05, arr 07:05 (+1) | Boeing 777 |
| Emirates | EK69 (DXB → LGW) | Daily — dep 16:40, arr 21:30 | Airbus A350 |
| Emirates | EK70 (LGW → DXB) | Daily — dep 23:55, arr 10:40 (+1) | Airbus A350 |
The table reflects Emirates’ published route schedules checked on 7 September 2026, with all times local. These are scheduled services; aircraft, departure times and seat availability can vary by date.
The published schedule lists Airbus A380 aircraft on the Heathrow flights, offering First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class. Gatwick lists Boeing 777, Airbus A380 and Airbus A350 aircraft; Stansted lists Boeing 777 aircraft, with cabin availability varying by route, aircraft, and date.
Suspended Airlines and Travel Policies
- British Airways — Dubai remains listed among BA’s Middle East services that are cancelled or temporarily suspended due to ongoing uncertainty and airspace restrictions.
- Royal Brunei Airlines — Bandar Seri Begawan–Dubai–London Heathrow service is suspended until 28 March 2027.
One-Stop Alternatives From Dubai to London
Via Doha on Qatar Airways: Qatar Airways sells Dubai–London Heathrow routings via Doha, but regional airspace conditions can still affect schedules, so confirm the flight status before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to London?
Emirates publishes direct flights from Dubai to London. The airline serves three London airports — Heathrow (42 weekly flights), Gatwick (28 weekly), and Stansted (14 weekly) — totalling 84 one-way departures per week. British Airways lists Dubai among services affected by cancellations or temporary suspensions; Royal Brunei’s Dubai services are suspended until 28 March 2027.
How long is the flight from Dubai to London?
The direct flight from Dubai to London takes approximately 7 hours 25 minutes to 8 hours 40 minutes, depending on the specific London airport, flight, and season. Return flights from London to Dubai range from around 6 hours 50 minutes to 7 hours 50 minutes.
Is British Airways flying Dubai to London right now?
BA lists Dubai among Middle East services that are cancelled or temporarily suspended, and its latest travel policy offers full refunds for tickets issued by 1 April 2026 for travel from 28 February through 31 October 2026 plus fee-free changes for travel from 2 June, with fare differences possible.
What aircraft does Emirates use on the Dubai–London route?
Emirates lists its Airbus A380 on the six daily Heathrow flights, offering First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class. Gatwick services list Boeing 777, Airbus A380 and Airbus A350 aircraft; Stansted services list Boeing 777 aircraft, with cabin availability varying by route, aircraft, and date.
Sources
- Emirates — Flights from Dubai to London Heathrow (route page and schedule)
- Emirates — Flights from Dubai to London Gatwick (route page and schedule)
- Emirates — Flights from Dubai to London Stansted (route page and schedule)
- Emirates Media Centre — Emirates to add fourth daily flight to London Gatwick (4 August 2025)
- British Airways — Latest travel news: Middle East operation
- British Airways Media Centre — Our Middle East operation updates
- Royal Brunei Airlines — Flight Notice: Dubai and London Services (17 August 2026)
- KLM — Travel alerts and disruptions: Middle East region
- Qatar Airways — Flights to London Heathrow from Dubai
- Turkish Airlines — Flights from Dubai to London
- Lufthansa — Flight from Dubai to Frankfurt
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