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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from AED 1,884

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SFO
12 3月 — 19 3月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 2月 2026.

週四 12/211:20
DXB
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SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週三 25/216:30
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/2AED 2,960
週四 12/211:20
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週一 16/216:30
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/2AED 2,996
週日 8/301:50
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop23h 15m
ITA Airways
週一 16/316:05
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop40h 45m
ITA Airways
Deal found 7/2AED 3,055
週一 20/422:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
週一 27/422:55
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2AED 3,066
週四 12/203:10
DXB
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SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
週二 17/216:30
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2AED 3,085
週四 12/211:20
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週四 26/216:30
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/2AED 3,118
週四 5/311:20
DXB
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SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週三 18/317:30
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/2AED 3,136
週五 6/1122:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops32h 01m
SAUDIA
週二 10/1122:45
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops34h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 6/2AED 3,143
週五 17/404:05
DXB
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SFO
2 stops28h 18m
Multiple Airlines
週五 1/522:55
SFO
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DXB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2AED 3,162
週日 15/211:20
DXB
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SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週四 19/216:30
SFO
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DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/2AED 3,180
週三 25/211:20
DXB
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SFO
1 stop39h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
週日 1/316:30
SFO
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DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/2AED 3,195

Find flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 10 2月 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 3,055

One-way from

AED 1,884

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 5,391

Good round-trip deal

AED 5,133 or less
ITA Airways
  • ITA Airways
  • 8/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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3/3
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 43m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (AED 3,177 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 671 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to San Francisco.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 10 2月 2026.
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DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週一 20/4

22:30-18:59

2 stops31h 29m

San Francisco

週一 27/4

22:55-12:00

2 stops26h 05m

AED 3,066

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週五 22/5

20:30-18:49

2 stops33h 19m

San Francisco

週一 1/6

23:55-12:00

2 stops25h 05m

AED 3,419

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週四 26/2

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

週一 9/3

14:55-00:01

1 stop22h 06m

AED 3,478

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週二 24/2

01:30-13:25

1 stop23h 55m

San Francisco

週一 9/3

16:40-09:00

1 stop29h 20m

AED 3,481

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週三 25/3

01:30-14:25

1 stop23h 55m

San Francisco

週四 2/4

13:45-23:00

1 stop22h 15m

AED 3,481

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週三 25/2

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

週五 10/4

13:45-23:00

1 stop22h 15m

AED 3,492

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週三 4/3

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

週三 18/3

05:50-00:01

2 stops31h 11m

AED 3,500

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週六 7/3

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

週日 15/3

13:05-23:20

2 stops23h 15m

AED 3,514

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週二 24/3

01:55-16:10

2 stops25h 15m

San Francisco

週三 1/4

13:05-23:00

2 stops22h 55m

AED 3,518

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

週四 19/3

01:30-15:35

2 stops25h 05m

San Francisco

週日 20/9

15:05-22:35

1 stop20h 30m

AED 3,522

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to San Francisco is 55 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of AED 2,905). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,536). 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 DXB to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 2月 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to San Francisco as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 10 2月 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways from Dubai to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,268 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,724 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to San Francisco. 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Dubai Intl to San Francisco if you want to fly from Dubai to San Francisco. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to San Francisco from the Dubai airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DXB to SFO to be around 15h 50m.

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

    This flight path from Dubai Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 49 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

    Departing from Dubai to San Francisco will take you 21h 55m. Dubai and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 13010 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at AED 3,198. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at AED 3,450 and AED 3,455, respectively. British Airways is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to San Francisco? While on average our users pay AED 5,199, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 5,130. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - San Francisco), is priced around AED 3,066.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of AED 2,905). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,536). 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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Fly from Dubai to San Francisco on these airlines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestAED 3,198AverageAED 3,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestAED 3,450AverageAED 3,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestAED 3,455AverageAED 3,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 4,452AverageAED 4,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 5,199AverageAED 5,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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