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Cheapest return flight
AED 2,071
Typical prices: AED 2,647-AED 3,446
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Thu 18/1Tue 30/1
BHX - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
AED 2,244
Typical prices: AED 2,849-AED 3,572
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Thu 11/1Thu 18/1
BHX - DXB • Direct
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 7h 03m
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Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 6% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg AED 1,561 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Dubai (BHX-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Dubai

Mon, 18 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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07:10 - 03:15BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 05m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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20:00 - 11:55DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 55m2 stops Muscat Seeb Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 2,071Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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12:40 - 02:15BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 35m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:25 - 11:35DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 2,075Pegasus Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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12:20 - 02:15BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 55m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:25 - 23:25DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 00m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sofia
AED 2,075Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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12:50 - 16:30BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 40m1 stop Berlin Brandenburg
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03:25 - 11:35DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 10m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 2,075Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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07:00 - 05:50BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 50m2 stops Antalya Ankara Esenboga
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07:00 - 22:35DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 35m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Antalya
AED 2,078Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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08:20 - 02:45BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 25m2 stops Dublin Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt
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04:25 - 22:50DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
22h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Václav Havel Prague Dublin
AED 2,078Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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08:10 - 03:15BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 05m2 stops Dublin Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:25 - 11:55DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 2,078Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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06:20 - 02:15BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 55m2 stops Dublin Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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04:25 - 20:10DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Brussels Bruxelles-National Amsterdam Schiphol
AED 2,082Multiple Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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13:45 - 00:50BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
7h 05mdirect
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14:50 - 18:45DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
7h 55mdirect
AED 2,244Emirates
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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13:45 - 00:50BHX  Birmingham-DXB Dubai Intl
7h 05mdirect
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14:50 - 18:45DXB  Dubai Intl-BHX Birmingham
7h 55mdirect
AED 2,244Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Dubai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Dubai. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Dubai?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Dubai at AED 2,791 return.
•December (AED 3,668) and October (AED 3,224) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Dubai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Birmingham to Dubai flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Birmingham to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to Dubai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Dubai:

    • Earliest: departs at 13:45 and lands at 20:48
    • Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 04:48.

    The flight takes about 7h 03m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Birmingham to Dubai.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Dubai?

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Dubai takes 7h 03m, covering 9,011 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Dubai range from AED 2,647 to AED 3,446, with an average of AED 2,982 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 2,647 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the AED 2,982 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Birmingham to Dubai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average AED 1,561 return via Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), compared with AED 3,080 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Birmingham to Dubai flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Birmingham to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Birmingham to Dubai spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Birmingham to Dubai flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 1,127, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Flights from Birmingham to Dubai usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Birmingham to Dubai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Birmingham to Dubai route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Birmingham to Dubai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,886 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at AED 3,195, a difference of AED 308.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Birmingham and Dubai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Birmingham to Dubai?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 31m, compared to 10h 32m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 10h 42m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Dubai?

    Dubai is 3 hours ahead of Birmingham (Gulf Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Birmingham to Dubai flights?

    Among airlines operating Birmingham to Dubai flights:

    • Emirates: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Birmingham to Dubai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • How do I travel to Birmingham Airport using public transport?

    Birmingham International Station is located about a 2min drive from the airport terminal. Trains arrive here not only from Birmingham; West Midlands trains carry passengers from London and Arriva Trains carry passengers from Wales. Birmingham New Street is 10min from the airport with seven services to the airport to choose from. The Air-Rail Link can then take you from the station to the terminal.

  • Are there any hotels near Dubai Airport?

    For those in transit at Dubai Airport, The Dubai International Hotel is located in the secure area of the airport in Terminal 3, accessible from concourses A, B and C. Rates are available for 6h, 12h or 18h. Alternatively, you can find igloo-style sleeping pods for 1-2 people in Terminal 3 opposite Gate A1, or there are compact rooms called Snooze Cubes in Terminal 1, near Gate D7. Those who aren’t in transit can stay at the Holiday Inn Express or Premier Inn Dubai, both within 2min of the terminal.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at Birmingham Airport?

    There are four passenger lounges at Birmingham Airport that can be accessed by purchasing a pass at the door. If you’re looking for somewhere quiet to sit where you can enjoy a hot breakfast or a drink, the Aspire Lounges are near Gate 1 or by the World Duty Free Store. Open from 04:30 – 18:30 every day, entry costs around 20.99 GBP. Alternatively, the luxury Clubrooms offer a Champagne package for approx. 40 GBP.

  • How do I travel from Dubai Airport into the city using public transport?

    Trains run every 10min from Terminals 1 and 3 of Dubai Airport, however, it is worth noting that the service only starts at 13:00 on Fridays. There are only two train lines in the city and the majority of tourist services are located along these lines. The Metro Red Line can take you to the Jumeirah Beach area, not far from The Palm.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average AED 2,886, about AED 308 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Dubai trip for January. Fares historically average AED 2,791 return in that month – typically AED 878 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages AED 1,561 return on this route – about AED 1,520 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
  • If you are leaving your car at Birmingham Airport (BHX) before your flight from Birmingham to Dubai, you can arrange long term parking at Birmingham Airport online on the airport website. There are seven car parks available, with courtesy shuttle buses to help you get to your terminal.
  • To help you explore the city unimpeded, there are baggage storage facilities available at Dubai International Airport (DXB). You can find storage facilities in Terminals 1 and 3 where you can store your luggage for about AED 40 (8.20 GBP) – AED 50 (10.30 GBP) for 12h.
  • Dubai Airport is one of the largest transit airports in the world. If you are in transit at the airport and looking for somewhere to freshen up, you can find complimentary shower facilities in Terminal 3 near Gates C18 and C22 and Gates B13 and B19.
  • If you’re travelling with children, you can visit the Birmingham Airport information desks to obtain a Children’s Airport Guide and Colouring Pack. For those who need baby formula or food, you can purchase what you need at Boots the chemist once you pass through security.
  • If you need to pick up some United Arab Emirates Dirham after your flight from Birmingham to Dubai, you can find currency exchange services throughout the airport, including counters in the arrivals area of Terminals 1 and 3.

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