Private jets to Dubai
London to Dubai is a long-haul route best flown nonstop in a heavy or ultra-long-range jet. Most private aircraft use Dubai World Central, which has a dedicated private terminal.
Dubai at a glance
- Arrive at
- Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai International (DXB)
- From London
- About 6h 50m
- London departures
- Farnborough (FAB), London Luton (LTN), Biggin Hill (BQH), London Stansted (STN)
- Suits
- super midsize, heavy, ultra long range
Guide last updated 20 October 2026.
Flying times to Dubai
From across the UK, in a light or midsize jet.
- From London
- About 6h 50m
Farnborough, 2,986 nm - From Manchester
- About 7h 00m
Manchester, 3,063 nm - From Liverpool
- About 7h 05m
Liverpool John Lennon, 3,083 nm - From Birmingham
- About 6h 55m
Birmingham, 3,034 nm - From Edinburgh
- About 7h 10m
Edinburgh, 3,130 nm - From Glasgow
- About 7h 15m
Glasgow, 3,164 nm
Approximate times and straight-line distances to Dubai World Central (DWC). Actual times depend on the aircraft, airports and winds.
Good to know
- The flight time shown is for a heavy jet flying nonstop.
- Super midsize jets can make the trip with a fuel stop.
Aircraft for this trip
These aircraft classes typically suit Dubai from London and most of the UK. From further away, or with more passengers and luggage, we may suggest a longer-range jet. We confirm the right one for your group, luggage and dates when we quote.
| Class | Typical aircraft | Passengers | Range | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super midsize | Bombardier Challenger 350 | 8–10 | 3,200 nm | Longer European trips and North Africa |
| Heavy | Dassault Falcon 7X | 12–14 | 5,950 nm | London to Dubai or New York nonstop |
| Ultra long range | Bombardier Global 7500 | 14–19 | 7,700 nm | Intercontinental, with a private bedroom |
Flying to Dubai: questions
How long is a private flight from London to Dubai?
About 6 hours 50 minutes nonstop in a heavy jet such as the Falcon 7X.
Which airport do private jets use in Dubai?
Most use Dubai World Central (DWC), which has a dedicated private terminal. Dubai International (DXB) is also possible.
How long is a private flight to Dubai from elsewhere in the UK?
About 7h 00m from Manchester, 7h 05m from Liverpool, 6h 55m from Birmingham, 7h 10m from Edinburgh, 7h 15m from Glasgow, in a light or midsize jet. Times are approximate and depend on the aircraft, airports and winds.