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Dubai to London Time Difference

London is typically 3–4 hours behind Dubai.

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Asia/Dubai

United Kingdom

London

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Europe/London

Best Meeting Times

Option 1

Dubai 13:00

London 09:00

Option 2

Dubai 14:00

London 10:00

Option 3

Dubai 15:00

London 11:00

Daylight Saving Time Notice: London observes DST. Times may shift by 1 hour during DST transitions.

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Time zones for Dubai and London

Dubai

Asia/Dubai

  • Standard: +04 (UTC+4)
  • Daylight: Not observed

London

Europe/London

  • Standard: GMT (UTC+0)
  • Daylight: BST (UTC+1)

The live tables below automatically reflect the current offset and any daylight‑saving changes.

Weekly Meeting Planner

Based on standard business hours
Day Dubai London Overlap Status
Monday 13:00-18:00 09:00-14:00 5h Excellent
Tuesday 13:00-18:00 09:00-14:00 5h Excellent
Wednesday 13:00-18:00 09:00-14:00 5h Excellent
Thursday 13:00-18:00 09:00-14:00 5h Excellent
Friday Weekend 09:00-17:00 No overlap Limited
Saturday Weekend Weekend No overlap Unavailable
Sunday 09:00-18:00 Weekend No overlap Limited
Excellent (4+ hours overlap)
Good (2-4 hours overlap)
Limited overlap
Weekend/Unavailable

Weekend Note

Dubai: Friday, Saturday • London: Saturday, Sunday

Movable public holidays and seasonal observances (e.g., Ramadan/Eid, Lunar New Year) vary by country and may affect working hours. Holiday overlays aren’t enabled here yet—please confirm with local calendars.

24-Hour Time Comparison

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DubaiLondonDubai StatusLondon StatusMeeting Quality
00:0020:00NightEvening
01:0021:00NightEvening
02:0022:00NightNight
03:0023:00NightNight
04:0000:00NightNight
05:0001:00NightNight
06:0002:00MorningNight
07:0003:00MorningNight
08:0004:00MorningNight
09:0005:00BusinessNight
10:0006:00BusinessMorning
11:0007:00BusinessMorning
12:0008:00BusinessMorning
13:0009:00BusinessBusiness
14:0010:00BusinessBusiness
15:0011:00BusinessBusiness
16:0012:00BusinessBusiness
17:0013:00BusinessBusiness
18:0014:00EveningBusiness
19:0015:00EveningBusiness
20:0016:00EveningBusiness
21:0017:00EveningBusiness
22:0018:00NightEvening
23:0019:00NightEvening
Excellent for meetings
Acceptable
Not recommended

Understanding the Time Difference Between Dubai and London

London uses the Europe/London time zone and switches between GMT and BST. Dubai uses Asia/Dubai year‑round and does not observe daylight saving time. As a result, London is usually 3 or 4 hours behind Dubai depending on the season—use the live clocks and 24-hour table for exact conversions on any date.

Best Hours for Business Communication

Dubai–London overlap is often strongest in Dubai afternoon and London late morning/early afternoon. Because London shifts for DST while Dubai stays fixed, confirm the exact conversion on the meeting date using the live clocks above.

Based on this overlap, we recommend scheduling meetings during the shared business hours window where both cities are within their typical 9:00–17:00 workday.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

London observes daylight saving time, while Dubai does not. That means the Dubai–London time difference changes by 1 hour when the UK switches between GMT and BST—so double-check the exact offset for meetings scheduled near those dates.

Practical Examples

For Remote Teams

For remote teams, Dubai afternoon is usually the most comfortable window for both sides because it lands in London’s late morning/early afternoon. For recurring meetings, verify the conversion when the UK changes DST so the local time in London doesn’t drift.

For International Business

When conducting business calls between Dubai and London, the morning hours in London typically offer the best overlap with afternoon hours in Dubai.

How to use this Dubai–London time difference page

This page helps you convert Dubai and London times safely, especially when UK daylight saving time changes.

  • Use the live clocks to confirm the current time in Dubai and London.
  • Scan the 24-hour table to pick a meeting time that fits both workdays.
  • Check the weekly planner for future dates around UK DST switches.
  • For multi-location meetings, use the Meeting Overlap Finder and add more cities.

Remote-team scheduling tips for Dubai and London

Dubai stays fixed year‑round, while London shifts by 1 hour with DST, so always confirm the meeting date’s offset.

  • Aim for Dubai afternoon to keep London within late morning/early afternoon.
  • Re-check recurring meetings when the UK switches between GMT and BST.
  • Use calendar invites with time zones so everyone sees their local time automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current time difference between Dubai and London?

Dubai and London are usually 3–4 hours apart, with London behind Dubai. The exact offset depends on whether London is on GMT or BST—check the live clocks for today.

What are the best times to schedule a meeting between Dubai and London?

A comfortable overlap is often Dubai afternoon and London late morning/early afternoon. Use the suggested options above and verify the conversion for the meeting date.

Does Dubai or London observe Daylight Saving Time?

London observes daylight saving time (BST), while Dubai does not observe DST. The offset changes by 1 hour when the UK switches between GMT and BST.

How do I convert time from Dubai to London?

To convert Dubai time to London time, subtract 3 or 4 hours depending on the season. To convert London to Dubai, add 3 or 4 hours. The 24-hour table helps confirm instantly.

What are the business hours in Dubai and London?

Typical business hours are 09:00–17:00 local time. Many teams meet in Dubai afternoon so London remains within normal daytime hours.

Is London ahead of Dubai?

No. London is behind Dubai by 3–4 hours depending on UK daylight saving time.

Does Dubai observe Daylight Saving Time?

No. Dubai stays on the same time year‑round; only London shifts by 1 hour with DST.

How do I avoid DST-related mistakes?

Always check the meeting date with the live clocks and use time-zone aware calendar invites.

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Dubai – London time difference for remote teams

Dubai and London are tightly connected through finance, aviation and professional services. Dubai follows Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4) and does not use daylight saving time. London switches between Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0) in winter and British Summer Time (UTC+1) in the warmer months. Because of this, the time difference between the cities is usually four hours, but during British Summer Time it becomes three hours.

A simple way to remember the relationship is that Dubai is always ahead of London. When it is 09:00 in London it is either 12:00 or 13:00 in Dubai depending on the season. This pattern is reflected in the live clocks and cards at the top of this page so you do not need to manually calculate offsets or think about when clocks change.

For many remote teams, the most comfortable shared working window is mid‑day in Dubai and morning in London. As a rule of thumb, 12:00–16:00 in Dubai lines up with roughly 08:00–12:00 in London outside of the short transition weeks. Those hours work well for stand‑ups, sales calls and internal check‑ins without pushing either side into very early or very late times of day.

The 24‑hour table above is useful when you need to schedule events outside standard office hours, for example product launches, incident response calls or training sessions across regions. You can visually scan the Meeting Quality column to pick slots that avoid very late evenings in Dubai and very early mornings in London.

Working patterns in Dubai can also be influenced by local customs, especially on Fridays and during Ramadan when some companies adjust their hours. MeetSpan does not replace local HR policies, but by showing live times in both cities it makes it easier to choose respectful slots that fit your team’s real schedule rather than assuming a single global timetable.

Frequently asked questions about Dubai – London calls

What is the time difference between Dubai and London right now?

Dubai is always ahead of London. For part of the year the difference is four hours, and during British Summer Time the gap becomes three hours. The live clock and cards on this page show the current offset so you can rely on them instead of memorising rules.

What are the best meeting times for teams in Dubai and London?

Most teams prefer to meet during Dubai late morning or early afternoon, which maps to London morning. Time blocks such as 12:00–16:00 in Dubai usually overlap with 08:00–12:00 in London and offer a good balance between convenience and productivity.

Does Dubai observe daylight saving time?

Dubai does not use daylight saving time and stays on UTC+4 all year. London, however, switches between GMT (UTC +0) and BST (UTC+1). When London moves into or out of daylight saving time, the time difference between Dubai and London changes between three and four hours. MeetSpan automatically reflects these changes.

Can I include my own time zone in Dubai – London comparisons?

Yes. Use the Meeting Overlap Finder tool linked on this page to add your city alongside Dubai and London. MeetSpan will highlight the shared overlap window so you can choose times that work fairly for all three locations.