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About flights to Middle East
Overview of flying to the Middle East
The Middle East is one of the UK's best-connected regions — a place of gleaming modern cities, rich heritage, desert adventure and world-class airline hubs. Popular for holidays, business, stopovers and pilgrimage, it offers frequent direct flights and superb onward connections across the globe.
Best time to visit
The most comfortable weather runs from November to March, when the days are warm and pleasant; summers are very hot. Fares vary with school holidays and pilgrimage seasons — the price charts on this page show the cheapest dates for your route.
Popular countries & cities
- UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi): skylines, shopping and desert luxury.
- Saudi Arabia (Jeddah, Madinah): gateways for Umrah and Hajj.
- Qatar (Doha): modern culture and a superb airline hub.
- Turkey (Istanbul): where East meets West.
- Oman (Muscat) & Jordan (Amman): heritage and natural beauty.
Airlines and routes
Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Turkish Airlines, Saudia and British Airways fly direct from the UK to the region's major hubs, typically in around six to seven hours, from London, Manchester and other UK airports.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to the Middle East
- Book a few weeks to a couple of months ahead for the best value.
- Travel outside school holidays and pilgrimage peaks where possible.
- Compare hub carriers — they often offer excellent fares and connections.
- Midweek departures are frequently cheaper than weekends.
Travel essentials
- Visa rules vary — the UAE is visa-free for short UK tourist stays, while others require a visa; Umrah/Hajj have their own arrangements. Always check before you fly.
- Currencies differ by country; carry the local currency for each destination.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Middle East
Your allowance to Middle East depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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