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Distance from Dubai to London

Straight line

5,493 km
3,413 mi · 2,966 NM

By road

6,810 km
4,231 mi

Travel time

74 h 42 min
flight ≈ 7 h 22 min

Direction

NW 317°
initial bearing

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How far is Dubai from London?

Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and London (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 5,493 km in a straight line, that is 3,413 miles or 2,966 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Dubai to London is 6,810 km (4,231 miles), about 74 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 24% longer than the straight line.

From Dubai, London lies to the north-west (initial bearing 317°). The route crosses from United Arab Emirates into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 41.5952°, 33.1558°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 22 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dubai from London?

By road it is 6,810 km (4,231 miles) from Dubai to London; in a straight line it is 5,493 km (3,413 miles).

How long is the drive from Dubai to London?

About 74 h 42 min on the fastest route (6,810 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is London from Dubai?

London is to the north-west of Dubai, at an initial bearing of 317°.

How long is the flight from Dubai to London?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 22 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.