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Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Gulf Air Logo
10:05 pm - 9:50 am
LHR
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DXB
8h 45m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
9:00 pm - 3:20 pm
DXB
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LHR
21h 20m
1 stop
$531Gulf Air
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Gulf Air Logo
9:30 am - 3:35 am
LHR
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DXB
14h 05m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
11:35 pm - 2:45 pm
DXB
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LHR
19h 10m
1 stop
$531Gulf Air
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
ITA Airways Logo
4:30 pm - 7:50 pm
LHR
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DXB
23h 20m
1 stop
ITA Airways Logo
1:50 am - 9:40 am
DXB
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LHR
11h 50m
1 stop
$532ITA Airways
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 2:00 am
LHR
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DXB
14h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 am - 2:05 pm
DXB
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LHR
14h 05m
2 stops
$535Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25
SAUDIA Logo
4:15 pm - 2:30 pm
LHR
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DXB
19h 15m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
10:30 pm - 2:15 pm
DXB
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LHR
19h 45m
1 stop
$597SAUDIA
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
SAUDIA Logo
10:00 am - 3:00 am
LHR
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DXB
13h 00m
1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
2:15 pm - 7:30 am
DXB
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LHR
21h 15m
1 stop
$598SAUDIA
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16
Etihad Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 12:45 am
LHR
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AUH
7h 00mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:20 am - 7:00 am
AUH
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LHR
7h 40mnonstop
$648Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Etihad Airways Logo
8:45 pm - 6:40 am
LHR
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AUH
6h 55mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:20 am - 7:00 am
AUH
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LHR
7h 40mnonstop
$650Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24
Qatar Airways Logo
8:25 am - 9:15 pm
LHR
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AUH
9h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 pm - 8:00 am
AUH
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LHR
11h 15m
1 stop
$653Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:15 pm
LHR
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AUH
11h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 pm - 8:00 am
AUH
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LHR
11h 15m
1 stop
$653Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to the United Arab Emirates

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to the United Arab Emirates to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to the United Arab Emirates?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

The cheapest ticket to the United Arab Emirates from the United Kingdom found in the last 5 days was to Sharjah, at $491 round-trip. The most popular route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $641.

How much is a flight to the United Arab Emirates?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to the United Arab Emirates from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to the United Arab Emirates costs $878 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $429 for the route Manchester (MAN) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). The most popular routes on KAYAK are London to Abu Dhabi which costs $965 on average, and Birmingham to Dubai, which costs $1,274 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates is January, when tickets cost $381 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $579 and $537 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

The average price for all round-trip flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $936 on average. Morning departures are around 8% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,193.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to the United Arab Emirates, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in the United Arab Emirates?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in the United Arab Emirates is Sharjah Airport (SHJ), with an average flight price of $553.

Good to know

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$180
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 36% increase in price.
Flight from Birmingham to Dubai

Flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates 
SABINAFlew with Emirates
MAN
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DXB
Nov 2025
Emirates of course. All information about my flight were in time and very easy to understand. The best thing next time is to book early to get a pocket friendly price.
SnapyouFlew with Emirates
LHR
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DXB
Nov 2025
Pre-book breakfast. If travelling as a couple, the two middle seats in Business Class mean you sit together.
StevenFlew with Emirates
GLA
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DXB
Feb 2025
Communication is a wonderful thing ask or tell the staff anything you require in a pleasant manner and you'll be surprised how quickly they problem solve.The assisted care is excellent and prompt especially if you have a connection flight

FAQs for booking flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates

  • What kinds of accessible facilities are available at the airport?

    Accessible facilities at London’s airports include accessible toilets, Changing Places, dedicated quiet areas and hearing loops. Passengers can request a Staxi chair to get around the terminal. Once you arrive in the United Arab Emirates, you will find accessible washrooms throughout the terminal and airport staff can provide wheelchairs and assistance on request.

  • Where should I fly to in the United Arab Emirates?

    Passengers travelling to the United Arab Emirates can disembark at a number of airports. Located roughly 9 miles from the city of Dubai, Dubai International Airport is one of the world’s busiest airports and the main hub for Emirates. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located about 20 miles east of the capital, Abu Dhabi, and is a hub for Etihad Airways. You can also find flights from the UK to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), which is located in the north east of the country.

  • Where can I stop over on my way to the United Arab Emirates?

    Passengers travelling to Dubai can fly KLM via Amsterdam, Gulf Air via Bahrain, Air France via Paris, Swiss via Zurich and Lufthansa via Frankfurt. If you’re travelling to Abu Dhabi, Egypt Air flies via Cairo, Brussels Airlines travels via Brussels, Turkish Airlines stops over in Istanbul and Qatar Airways passengers will have to change planes in Doha.

  • What visa do I need to travel to the United Arab Emirates?

    British passport holders are issued a visitor visa upon arrival at the airport in the United Arab Emirates. This visa is valid for 30 days, and your passport should be valid for six months from your date of entry. If you would like to extend your stay, contact the Immigration Officer at the airport or the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs in the UAE.

  • How do I get to the city centre from the airport?

    From Dubai International Airport, public transport options to the city centre include local buses and the air-conditioned Dubai Metro. Purchase a Nol card before boarding. Passengers arriving at Abu Dhabi can also take a bus to Abu Dhabi city. To get directly from the airport to your accommodation, you can hail a taxi, hire a car or book a luxury chauffeur transfer.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is Monday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $913. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $1,014 on average.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of the United Kingdom

  • Most flights to the United Arab Emirates from the United Kingdom depart from London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW) or London City Airport (LCY).
  • You can fly directly to Dubai International Airport (DXB) from London Gatwick with Emirates and British Airways. Etihad offers direct flights from Heathrow to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
  • Family-friendly facilities at Gatwick and Heathrow include unisex changing facilities, play areas, dedicated security lanes and healthy meals and snacks at the restaurants within the airport.
  • If you need assistance with your luggage on arrival, helpful porters are stationed at the carousels at Dubai International and Abu Dhabi Airport and can help you with your bags for a fee.
  • Passengers arriving at Abu Dhabi Airport can book premium Meet & Assist services, which include luggage collection and fast-track service through immigration, passport control and customs clearance. Lounge access and limousine transfers can also be arranged.

Everything you need to know for your flight to the United Arab Emirates

Cabin class types available on flights to the United Arab Emirates

Cabin classes available on flights to the United Arab Emirates. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.