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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,598

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DXB
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 3,614

One-way from

AED 1,598

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 4,381
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/8-1/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • San Francisco to Dubai
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 45m total
  • San Francisco to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 1,884 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 706 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2025.

Mon 25/810:35SFO - DXB
2 stops23h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 1/1005:50DXB - SFO
2 stops26h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/7AED 3,614
Fri 5/918:45SFO - DXB
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 13/902:00DXB - SFO
1 stop19h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7AED 3,617
Sat 22/1112:00SFO - DXB
2 stops67h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 29/1120:45DXB - SFO
3 stops48h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/7AED 3,621
Thu 21/817:05SFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Wed 27/809:10DXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 9/7AED 3,632
Sat 22/1113:20SFO - DXB
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1102:00DXB - SFO
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7AED 3,639
Sun 24/820:00SFO - DXB
2 stops34h 55mAir India
Sun 31/813:10DXB - SFO
1 stop28h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/7AED 3,654
Thu 17/723:59SFO - DXB
2 stops35h 36mDelta
Sun 27/701:00DXB - SFO
2 stops34h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/7AED 3,669
Thu 7/800:20SFO - DXB
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 14/801:15DXB - SFO
1 stop25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7AED 3,695
Thu 14/801:05SFO - DXB
1 stop33h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 22/822:55DXB - SFO
1 stop23h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/7AED 3,735
Sat 22/1119:25SFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mSWISS
Fri 26/1202:00DXB - SFO
1 stop26h 25mSWISS
Deal found 10/7AED 3,750
Mon 21/721:03SFO - DXB
2 stops38h 32mAir Canada
Wed 6/801:25DXB - SFO
2 stops28h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7AED 3,761

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Dubai

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Departure

Return

Price

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

10:35-21:25

2 stops23h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/10

05:50-20:55

2 stops26h 05m

AED 3,614

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

18:45-00:20

1 stop18h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sat 13/9

02:00-10:35

1 stop19h 35m

AED 3,617

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 22/11

12:00-20:45

2 stops44h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/11

20:45-09:00

3 stops48h 15m

AED 3,621

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 21/8

17:05-19:40

Nonstop15h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 27/8

09:10-14:00

Nonstop15h 50m

AED 3,632

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 22/11

11:20-00:05

1 stop24h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/11

02:00-16:25

1 stop26h 25m

AED 3,639

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 24/8

20:00-17:55

2 stops34h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/8

13:10-07:00

1 stop28h 50m

AED 3,654

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 23/11

07:00-19:40

2 stops24h 40m

Dubai Intl

Fri 26/12

02:00-16:25

1 stop26h 25m

AED 3,673

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 5/12

15:50-09:00

1 stop29h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 13/12

01:55-20:21

2 stops30h 26m

AED 3,684

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 14/8

01:05-21:35

1 stop33h 30m

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/8

22:55-11:30

1 stop23h 35m

AED 3,735

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 22/11

19:25-22:15

1 stop38h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 25/12

02:00-16:25

1 stop26h 25m

AED 3,750

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Dubai

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Dubai is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Dubai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

The most flights from SFO to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dubai. Reviews last updated 11 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, andKLM from San Francisco to Dubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
932 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,468 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Dubai Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Dubai from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai Intl (DXB) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Dubai from 1 airline. 15h 35m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Dubai Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Dubai flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Dubai Intl was viewed by 27 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Dubai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Dubai is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 3,614 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and China Eastern, starting at AED 3,617 and AED 3,621 round-trip. Qatar Airways is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Dubai one-way?

    AED 1,598 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air France and Delta, with prices starting from AED 1,627 and AED 1,634, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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