Please note: our new direct Virgin Atlantic service to Dubai takes off four times a week from 30th October 2023. Our outbound flights are overnight, so when searching for your holiday you will need to add an additional night to your search.
A beautifully diverse region, the United Arab Emirates is where dazzling cities, ancient ruins, and vast deserts collide, creating a tapestry of captivating experiences. This enchanting destination seamlessly weaves together the old and the new, offering a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.
From the designer shopping malls to the bustling markets filled with the aroma of exotic spices, the UAE is a sensory delight that entices visitors from the world over. Every corner of this mesmerizing land tells a story, a tale of its rich history and a chronicle of it's immense present.
But it's not just the tangible sights that make the UAE a wonderous escape. It's the intangible moments that truly leave an indelible mark.
We fly direct to Dubai four times a week
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Direct from London Heathrow
26th October 2024 - 30th March 2025
Dubai - London Heathrow
27th October 2024 - 30th March 2025
Book our new daily service that takes off on the 26th October 2024, from London Heathrow.
The UAE enjoys a year round warm climate with very little rainfall. Virgin Atlantic operate a winter service to Dubai, during which the weather is a more manageable temperature.
Do I need a visa?
If you’re travelling on a British Citizen passport, you can get a visitor’s visa on arrival in the UAE. This visa allows visitors to stay in the UAE for up to 30 days. The visa terminates automatically on departure and a new visa is issued on arrival each time the visitor returns to the UAE.
Ramadan is estimated to be from 10th March - 8th April 2024. Visiting during this period offers a fascinating insight into Emirati culture and religious traditions.