About this route
London to Dubai is dominated by Emirates, which operates multiple daily A380 services including its iconic first class suites with onboard shower spas. British Airways also competes on this route with Avios offering excellent value. The relatively short flight time makes business class especially attainable.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates Skywards | 24,500 | 62,500 | 85,000 |
| Avios (BA) | 13,000 | 52,000 | 68,000 |
| Virgin Points | 10,000 | 37,500 | — |
| JAL Mileage Bank | — | 55,000 | 80,000 |
Approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines flying this route
Emirates
EK
British Airways
BA
Virgin Atlantic
VS
Best programs for this route
Emirates Skywards
Biz: 62,500 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 52,000 ptsVirgin Points
Biz: 37,500 ptsJAL Mileage Bank
Biz: 55,000 ptsBooking tips
- BA business class at 52,000 Avios is much cheaper than Emirates Skywards pricing
- Emirates A380 First Class with onboard shower is a bucket-list redemption
- Virgin Atlantic charges only 37,500 points for business class to Dubai
- Book Emirates First through JAL Mileage Bank for better value at 80,000 miles
Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from London to Dubai?
Virgin Atlantic offers the cheapest business class at 37,500 points. BA Avios charges 52,000 for business. Emirates Skywards costs 62,500 for business and 85,000 for first class.
Can I book Emirates First Class with points?
Yes, Emirates First Class can be booked with Emirates Skywards miles (85,000), or through partner programs like JAL Mileage Bank (80,000 miles). Availability is limited but released periodically.
What is the best value for London to Dubai award flights?
Virgin Atlantic at 37,500 points for business class is the cheapest option. BA Avios at 52,000 is also excellent. For the Emirates experience, JAL miles at 80,000 for first class beats Emirates' own pricing.
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