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Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Dubai to London Gatwick

Dubai to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Gatwick.

Dubai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP13,470
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time7 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week62

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to London Gatwick: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to London Gatwick is P13,470. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to London Gatwick.
Qantas, Emirates and Icelandair fly direct from Dubai to London Gatwick.
As of April 2025, there are 62 flights per week flying from Dubai to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to London Gatwick is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport on Monday, 16 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Gatwick but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Gatwick.

Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 7 hours 45 minutes.

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, making London four hours behind Dubai.

  • Flights from DXB to LGW start from 02:45 — the earliest with Emirates. The last departure is at 14:55 with Emirates. In total, you can choose from 30 weekly Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your DXB to LGW flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Flying into London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

  • Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to LGW flights, with 74.32% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and LGW:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • At the moment, P6,124 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P13,470. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from DXB to LGW by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from DXB to LGW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to head to London. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Book your flight from Dubai Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DXB to LGW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done London, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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