DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,473 km
3,401 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,473 km
3,401 mi / 2,955 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
317°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DXB LGW
Airport Name Dubai International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code DXB LGW
ICAO Code OMDB EGKK
City Dubai London
Country United Arab Emirates United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/London
Elevation 34 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 51.150000, -0.190000

Dubai (DXB) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,473 kilometers (3,401 miles / 2,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:48 in Dubai, it's 05:48 in London. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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