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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,958

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DXB
2 Dec — 9 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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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 2 November 2025.

Sat 8/1121:35SFO - DXB
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1101:30DXB - SFO
1 stop32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11AED 2,571
Sun 9/1119:25SFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1101:30DXB - SFO
1 stop32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11AED 2,575
Mon 8/1221:40SFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1201:30DXB - SFO
1 stop32h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11AED 2,586
Tue 18/1113:30SFO - DXB
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1201:50DXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11AED 2,589
Tue 18/1113:30SFO - DXB
1 stop30h 00mLufthansa
Wed 3/1209:20DXB - SFO
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/11AED 2,597
Mon 17/1106:30SFO - DXB
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/1102:15DXB - SFO
2 stops41h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11AED 2,600
Sun 9/1117:25SFO - DXB
2 stops40h 50mSWISS
Mon 17/1101:50DXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Deal found 2/11AED 2,604
Tue 11/1121:40SFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mLufthansa
Wed 26/1109:20DXB - SFO
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/11AED 2,608
Tue 18/1121:40SFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mLufthansa
Wed 26/1109:20DXB - SFO
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 1/11AED 2,611
Tue 25/1111:45SFO - DXB
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1201:50DXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/11AED 2,615
Mon 10/1119:25SFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1101:30DXB - SFO
1 stop44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11AED 2,622

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 2 November 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,571

One-way from

AED 1,958

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 3,908
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 15/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 49m total
  • San Francisco to Dubai
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 57m total
  • San Francisco to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 1,554 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 631 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

23:55-19:40

1 stop31h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/11

01:30-21:22

2 stops31h 52m

AED 2,571

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 15/1

09:10-19:40

2 stops22h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/2

01:50-16:30

1 stop26h 40m

AED 2,633

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

00:43-19:40

2 stops30h 57m

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

01:50-16:30

1 stop26h 40m

AED 2,652

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

10:45-22:15

2 stops23h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/12

02:15-22:59

2 stops32h 44m

AED 2,670

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 26/1

08:35-19:40

2 stops23h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 31/1

01:50-21:20

2 stops31h 30m

AED 2,670

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

09:10-19:40

2 stops22h 30m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/2

01:30-15:55

1 stop26h 25m

AED 2,725

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

06:30-19:40

2 stops25h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/11

02:15-15:29

1 stop25h 14m

AED 2,806

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 25/11

11:45-19:40

1 stop19h 55m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/12

02:15-19:00

2 stops28h 45m

AED 2,806

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 28/11

07:00-00:01

2 stops29h 01m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/12

11:00-07:30

2 stops32h 30m

AED 2,817

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 25/11

16:30-09:00

1 stop28h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/12

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

AED 2,832

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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 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Dubai is 80 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 month to book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of AED 2,516). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,846). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 2 November 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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 49% on airfare.

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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 2 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates 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
3,400 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 18 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Dubai in 24h 55m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Dubai is about 13010 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Dubai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Dubai is Emirates. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 3,493 on this airline. Emirates is currently priced 12% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of AED 2,516). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,846). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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EmiratesCheapestAED 3,493AverageAED 4,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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