Dubai, United Arab Emirates → London, United Kingdom · ✈ 7h 20min · 🚗 88h 56min
2,955 nautical miles · Time difference: -4h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Dubai to London is 5,473 km (3,401 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 7h 20min.
The straight-line distance from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to London, United Kingdom is approximately 5,473 kilometers (3,401 miles or 2,955 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
London is located northwest of Dubai. Dubai is in Asia, in the Dubai region of United Arab Emirates, while London is in Europe, in England, United Kingdom. This intercontinental route spans from Asia to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,473 km | ~7h 20min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dubai to London. For 5,473 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Dubai is a major city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Located in the Dubai region, it is an important hub in Asia. Dubai is a significant metropolitan area in United Arab Emirates with good domestic and international transport connections.
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London is a notable city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Situated in the England region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. London is one of United Kingdom's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 5,473 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Asia to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,473 km, Dubai to London is one of the world's longer routes, covering 13.7% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Dubai and London have a population of over 12,313,420 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Asia to Europe, spanning 4 timezones.
Dubai is 4 hours ahead of London. Many travelers use Dubai as a stopover hub — Emirates alone operates 6+ daily flights on this route, making connections to Asia and Australia convenient.
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The straight-line distance from Dubai to London is approximately 5,473 kilometers (3,401 miles, 2,955 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 7h 20min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 88h 56min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
London is approximately -4h behind compared to Dubai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 7,115 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,473 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.