Turboprop
Several stops- Seats
- 6–9
- Range
- ~1,800 nm
- Per hour
- $1,800–3,200
Built for short hops; not a practical aircraft for this route.
London to Dubai · about seven hours
London to Dubai, on your timetable.
Nonstop private flights from Farnborough, Luton and Biggin Hill to Dubai International or Al Maktoum, in aircraft sized for a seven-hour sector. One advisor, and one all-in price for every option.
Plan the flight
London--:--UK time
Dubai--:--GST
Dubai is 3 hours ahead of London in summer and 4 in winter.
- Nonstop where it countsSuper-midsize, large cabin and ultra long range jets that make the run in one go.
- One all-in priceAir Passenger Duty, airport and handling fees included in each option.
- Certificated operatorsUK, EU, Gulf or US certified carriers, named before you book.
- Nothing to joinNo membership, no deposit and no obligation for a quote.
The route at a glance
Three airports out, two in, seven hours between.
Choose the London airport closest to where your day begins and the Dubai airport that suits where you are staying. The aircraft does the rest, nonstop.
Depart London
Leave from the west, north or south-east
- FABFarnborough, business aviation only
- LTNLuton, private terminals on their own side
- BQHBiggin Hill, closest to the City
In the air
About 2,970 nautical miles, nonstop
- 6.5–7.5Hours, depending on winds and aircraft
- 8–16Seats on the usual nonstop jets
- 6 ft+Cabin height on super-mid and larger
Arrive Dubai
Land close to the centre, or where it’s quieter
- DXBDubai International, near Downtown and DIFC
- DWCAl Maktoum, easier slots, by Jebel Ali
The UAE keeps UTC+4 all year. Dubai is four hours ahead of London in winter and three while the UK is on summer time, so a 10:00 departure lands at about 20:00 or 21:00 local.
Work out your arrival timeAircraft
Every size of jet, judged against seven hours.
Seats, range and typical hourly ranges are US market estimates before taxes and fees. The note on each card tells you how it copes with London to Dubai.
Light jet
One or two stops- Seats
- 6–8
- Range
- 2,000–2,150 nm
- Per hour
- $3,500–5,500
Ideal around Europe; to Dubai it needs one or two fuel stops.
Midsize jet
One stop- Seats
- 7–9
- Range
- ~2,100 nm
- Per hour
- $4,500–7,000
A budget option, with a fuel stop in the eastern Mediterranean.
Super-midsize jet
Nonstop, most loads- Seats
- 8–10
- Range
- 3,200–4,000 nm
- Per hour
- $6,500–9,500
The efficient nonstop choice; winter westbound loads are checked.
Large cabin jet
Nonstop- Seats
- 10–16
- Range
- 4,000–4,300 nm
- Per hour
- $8,500–13,000
A stand-up cabin and room to sleep on the seven-hour run.
Ultra long range jet
Nonstop- Seats
- 13–19
- Range
- 7,500–7,700 nm
- Per hour
- $12,000–20,000+
The most space per passenger, often with a separate rest area.
How it works
From first message to Dubai arrivals.
One advisor handles the request, the operator, the slots and the paperwork, and stays with the trip until you land.
Request
Share the plan
Dates, passengers and your preferred London airport, plus anything we should know, from pets to a late-night departure.
Compare
Review the options
Your advisor emails aircraft from certificated operators, each with the operator named and one all-in price.
Confirm
Sign and settle
Choose an option and sign the charter agreement showing the operating carrier. Slots and handling are arranged for you.
Depart
Thirty minutes, then airborne
Arrive at the private terminal about half an hour before take-off; passports are checked there and bags go straight on board.
Routings
Six ways to fly it.
Great-circle distances; real routes run a little longer. Westbound flights to London usually take longer than the outbound leg. Select a routing to start a quote with it entered.
FABDXB
Farnborough to Dubai International
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LTNDWC
Luton to Al Maktoum
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BQHDXB
Biggin Hill to Dubai International
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LTNDXB
Luton to Dubai International
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FABDWC
Farnborough to Al Maktoum
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DXBLTN
Dubai International to Luton
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The right certificate for the aircraft and the route.
We arrange the flight; a certificated air carrier operates it. Depending on the aircraft, that carrier holds an air operator certificate from the UK, an EU state, the UAE, or the FAA’s Part 135 in the United States, and you see its name before you book.
Background on UK rules for commercial passenger flights is published by the UK Civil Aviation Authority.
Questions
Before you fly to the Gulf.
The practical questions people ask about this route. The full FAQ covers booking, pricing and the day itself.
How long is the flight from London to Dubai?
Usually between six and a half and seven and a half hours, depending on the aircraft and the winds. Flying east to Dubai is normally the quicker direction; the return to London more often meets headwinds.
Which London airport is best?
Farnborough suits west London and the south-west, Luton the north of the city and the M1, and Biggin Hill the City and Canary Wharf. We quote whichever has the best-placed aircraft for your time of departure.
Should we land at DXB or DWC?
Dubai International is closer to Downtown, DIFC and Deira but busier; Al Maktoum is quieter, with easier slots, and handier for Jebel Ali, Expo City and the road to Abu Dhabi.
Which aircraft can fly it nonstop?
Most super-midsize jets, and every large cabin and ultra long range jet. Midsize and smaller aircraft need at least one fuel stop.
What is the time difference?
The UAE stays on UTC+4 all year with no daylight saving. Dubai is therefore four hours ahead of London in winter and three hours ahead while the UK is on British Summer Time.
What does a private flight to Dubai cost?
As a guide, seven hours in a super-midsize jet is roughly $45,500–66,500 of flight time at typical US market rates, before taxes, fees and positioning. Your quote gives the real all-in figure for a named aircraft and operator.
What documents will we need?
Passports for everyone on board, and whatever entry permissions each nationality requires for the UAE. Check the current rules for every traveller well before departure; we confirm what the operator needs for its passenger list.
Can we travel with a pet?
Often, with the operator’s agreement, but the UAE requires an import permit and health paperwork for pets, so allow plenty of time to arrange them.
Briefings
Notes from the London–Dubai run.
Departure airports, arrival choices and the aircraft that suit seven hours, explained properly.
Departure
Farnborough, Luton or Biggin Hill: leaving London
Farnborough, Luton and Biggin Hill compared for a private flight to Dubai: location, drive times, terminals, timing and what to know before you go.
Arrival
Al Maktoum or Dubai International: choosing your arrival
Dubai International or Al Maktoum for a private jet from London: location, drive times, slots, arrival formalities and which suits your stay.
Aircraft
Seven hours: which aircraft suit the London–Dubai run
Which private jets fly London to Dubai nonstop: super-midsize, large cabin and ultra long range compared on range, cabin, seats and estimated cost.
Request a quote
Tell us when you’d like to leave.
Your advisor will come back with aircraft that suit the route, the operator for each, and a single all-in price.
- One-way, return or onward to Riyadh, Doha or beyond
- UK Air Passenger Duty and known fees included
- Super-midsize to ultra long range, nonstop