Flights To The UAE

Flights To The United Arab Emirates

Planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates? Let's walk through what to expect and how to make the most of your flight. From the UK, direct flights typically take around 6 to 7 hours to hubs like Dubai International Airport (DXB) and around 7 to 8 hours to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Several UK airports, such as London Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester, serve the UAE with frequent direct flights, offering excellent flexibility.

We'd suggest looking at direct carriers like Emirates, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, all of which fly from the UK to the UAE with solid schedules and options across Economy, Premium and Business cabins. Booking well in advance usually helps secure better fares with prices varying depending on the time of year. Summer flights can often be cheaper because of the heat.

Dubai is the gateway to the north, so whether you're spending time on Jumeirah Beach or you're planning to head up to Ras Al Khaimah, you'll need to fly into Dubai. Over time, the airport is changing so keep an eye on which you fly into. If you're heading to Abu Dhabi, Yas Island or Saadiyat Island, you'll need to fly into Abu Dhabi airport.