Airlines Operating Direct Flights from Dubai to London
Airlines Yet to Resume Dubai to London Flights
Current Dubai to London Flights at a Glance
The Insider Booking Tips
Dubai to London Flights FAQ
If you’re planning a Dubai to London trip this winter, the direct flight picture is looking drastically different from a year ago. The geopolitical situation in the region has led to the number of direct flights from Dubai to London being considerably reduced. Once one of the world’s busiest international air corridors with an abundance of airlines flying the route, the reduction in flights has made things a little bit trickier for passengers from a choice perspective. So, which airlines are flying the route today? Which airlines are shortly to resume flying the route? And which airlines have put off their return off until 2027? The Insider’s guide to direct flights from Dubai to London contains all the up-to-date details any of you potential passengers will need.
Airlines Flying Dubai to London Direct
Emirates: Dubai (DXB) to Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted
Emirates is the only airline currently running the full Dubai to London route, with up to 12 daily flights across three London airports. At the time of writing, the breakdown of flights was 6 to London Heathrow, 4 to London Gatwick, and 2 to London Stansted. Best to check the official Emirates site for exact schedule details.
Air Arabia: Sharjah (SHJ) to Gatwick
Air Arabia flies twice daily to Gatwick from Sharjah. A third daily flight had initially been planned for the whole of winter from 25th October 2026, but the airline has since revised this. The extra flight will now only run over the year-end holidays, from 15th – 23rd December 2026, and between 2nd – 10th January 2027. Obviously, Sharjah is not Dubai (that’s the kind of in-depth insight you’re here for, right?), but these flights could represent a viable alternate option should personal circumstances necessitate. Check out the Air Arabia official site for specific schedule info.
British Airways: Dubai to Heathrow
British Airways are due to resume direct flights from Dubai to London on the 3rd of November 2026, with one daily service over the winter season, rising to twice daily in 2027. BA has already moved this return once though, from 25th October to 3rd November, so we heartedly advise visiting their official website for the latest schedule specifics.
Not Flying Yet
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic have suspended direct flights from Dubai to London till October 2027. The airline’s official website points customers in the direction of Virgin Atlantic holidays packages, which fly with Emirates.
Royal Brunei Airlines
At time of writing, Royal Brunei Airlines official position is that their direct flights from Dubai to London are suspended until 28th March 2027.
Direct Flights from Dubai to London at a Glance
| Airline | Departs | London Airport(s) | Status |
| Emirates | Dubai (DXB) | Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted | Operating, up to 12 daily flights |
| Air Arabia | Sharjah (SHJ) | Gatwick | Operating, twice daily (three daily from 15th – 23rd Dec and 2nd – 10th Jan) |
| British Airways | Dubai (DXB) | Heathrow | Resumes 3rd November 2027, once daily |
| Virgin Atlantic | Dubai (DXB) | Heathrow | Suspended until October 2027 |
| Royal Brunei | Dubai (DXB) | Heathrow | Suspended until 28th March 2027 |
The Insider Tips for Booking
• Book directly with the airline and confirm the operating carrier on the booking page.
• Choose flexible fares if you’re booking around BA’s early November restart.
• Prefer a stopover? Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines have both resumed Dubai services, but check whether they offer Dubai to London connections on your preferred dates.
FAQ on Direct Flights from Dubai to London
Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to London?
Emirates is currently the only airline flying direct from Dubai International to London, serving Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted. Air Arabia also flies direct to Gatwick, but from Sharjah. British Airways resumes Dubai to London services on 3rd November 2027.
Is British Airways flying from Dubai to London?
Not yet. BA plans to resume Dubai to Heathrow flights on 3rd November 2027, once daily over winter and twice daily from next year.
When will Virgin Atlantic fly to Dubai again?
Virgin Atlantic has suspended its Dubai route until October 2027.
Which London airports can I fly to from Dubai?
Emirates flies to Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted. Air Arabia flies to Gatwick from Sharjah, and British Airways will fly to Heathrow.
And that concludes The Insider guide on direct flights from Dubai to London. We wish safe travels to all our readers. Remember to stick with The Insider Middle East for all the latest news, views and essential info you’re ever gonna need.
