United Kingdom
United Arab Emirates
London to Dubai Time Difference
Dubai is 3 hours ahead of London
London vs Dubai — At a Glance
London to Dubai — Hour-by-Hour
About London and Dubai
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. Dubai (population: 3.6M) is known for the Burj Khalifa, luxury shopping, tax-free business zones, and global logistics.
Business Hours Overlap
With only a 3-hour time difference, London and Dubai share most of the standard business day, making scheduling calls and meetings easy.
Calling Between Cities
To call Dubai (+971) from London (+44), aim for late morning or early afternoon in London — that corresponds to evening hours in Dubai when people are usually available.
Currency
London uses GBP while Dubai uses AED. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London and Dubai share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and Dubai visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Dubai?
Dubai, United Arab Emirates is 3 hours ahead of London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and Dubai is in the Asia/Dubai timezone (UTC+4).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Dubai?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 3:00 PM in Dubai.
What is the best time to call Dubai from London?
With only a 3-hour difference, you can comfortably call Dubai anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM London time).
What currency does Dubai use?
Dubai, United Arab Emirates uses AED. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Dubai?
The primary languages in Dubai are Arabic, English. London also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Dubai from London?
To call Dubai from London, dial your international access code followed by +971 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and Dubai uses +971.
