LHR to DXB Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
EGLL (London, United Kingdom) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 2,969 NM (5,499 km / 3,417 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 100° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 44m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
2,969 NM
5,499 km / 3,417 mi
Initial Bearing
100° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 44m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,407 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,969 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LHR-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LHR and DXB?
2,969 nautical miles (5,499 km / 3,417 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to Dubai?
Approximately 6h 44m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LHR-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
100° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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