Flying from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 4 hours behind Dubai, where Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from DWC to London. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as October, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from DWC to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You'll need an ETA for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 56 kilometers from central Dubai, DWC can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near DWC? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to London
AED 560 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London. A return flight starts at AED 1,069. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DWC to London if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometers. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometers from the center of London. After your flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from DWC to London at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to London in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from DWC to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport to London, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
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