Holiday destination
Dubai
Dubai is a favourite for winter sun, with year-round warmth, glittering skyscrapers and sandy beaches. Visitors can head up the Burj Khalifa, shop in the souks and malls, and take a desert safari. It is also a popular stopover on the way to Asia and Australia.
Region: Middle East
Trip types on sale: Beach, City Break.
Best time to go
November to March for comfortable warmth; summer is extremely hot. February half term and Easter are popular with families.
Who it suits
Families, couples, shoppers and winter sun seekers.
Getting there
Non-stop flights run from London and several UK regional airports, including Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow, to Dubai International (DXB), taking about 7 hours.
Practical
- Time: 4 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 3 hours ahead in summer.
- Currency: UAE dirham
- Language: Arabic; English is widely spoken.
Typical daytime highs
- Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 26°C in winter (December to February).
- Spring and autumn. Typical daytime highs around 30 to 36°C in spring and autumn.
- Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 40 to 43°C in summer (June to August).
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.
Things to do
- Go up the Burj Khalifa
- Take a desert safari
- Browse the gold and spice souks
- Relax on Jumeirah Beach
- Watch the Dubai Fountain show
- Visit a waterpark
Questions
How long is the flight to Dubai?
About 7 hours from London.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
November to March, when it is warm rather than hot.
Is Dubai good for a stopover?
Yes, it is a popular break on the way to Asia or Australia.
UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.