Quick answer: London Gatwick to Dubai is a non-stop flight of about 7h 00m, landing at Dubai International (DXB). January is the floor at around £325; July is the ceiling at £515–£945.

Cite this page: Atravel.uk, “Flights from London Gatwick to Dubai”, updated 12 November 2026. https://atravel.uk/flights/london-gatwick-to-dubai/

It is a long-haul route, so how far ahead you book and which carrier you pick matter more than the month. Carriers on the route include Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic. Dubai in one line: Seven hours to guaranteed sun in February.

7h 00mnon-stop

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Fares from London Gatwick by month

MonthTypical return
January cheapest£325–£595
February£325–£595
March£360–£665
April£380–£700
May£380–£700
June£455–£840
July peak£515–£945
August£495–£910
September£380–£700
October£340–£630
November£325–£595
December£435–£805

Indicative bands compiled from our own partner searches on 2026-11-12. Nothing here is a quote or a live price.

Getting from Dubai International into Dubai

The metro red line runs from Terminal 3 to Dubai Marina in 45 minutes for £1.50, which is the cheapest airport transfer of any long-haul city. A taxi to Downtown is £12–£18.

When to go

  • Best months: November to March, when it is 24–28°C
  • Cheapest months: May and September, hot but half the price
  • Avoid: June to August, when it is 40°C+ and humid

Before you book

  • Low-cost carriers sell the seat and charge for the bag. The seat is cheap and the bag is not: budget £25–£45 each way for 20 kg.
  • If the flight lands after 22:00, have the transfer booked: the buses stop early and taxis charge for it.
  • Package protection is not automatic. Split the booking and the package protection goes with it; each seller's page says what you get.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from London Gatwick to Dubai?

Yes. The route is flown non-stop, with carriers including Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic. The flight takes about 7h 00m, landing at Dubai International (DXB).

How much is a flight from London Gatwick to Dubai?

Cheapest in January at £325, dearest in July at £515–£945. The bands cover the quiet weeks; holidays and late bookings run above them.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Dubai?

January; returns usually begin at about £325. The shoulder months add a few pounds without losing the weather.

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