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London (LHR) to Dubai (DXB) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to Dubai International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
5,498km
3,416 mi, great circle
Flying time
7h 13m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
6.9
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to DXB
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Terminals
Dubai International
Dubai International Airport has three terminals. Terminal 1 has one concourse (Concourse D), Terminal 2 is set apart from the other two main buildings and Terminal 3 is divided into Concourse A, B, and C. The cargo terminal is capable of handling 3 million tonnes of cargo annually and a general aviation terminal (GAT) is close by.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-26. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
Both directions
- Dubai International (DXB) · we don't have DXB's route list yet
- All nonstop routes from London (LHR)
- LHR to DXB on the flight-path tool
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Dubai?
About 7h 13m gate to gate for the 5,498 km (3,416 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to DXB?
Emirates, with about 6.9 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).