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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from AED 2,042

DXB — SFO
12 Nov — 19 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to San Francisco

Fri 16/1016:00 -
2 stops42h 26m
Mon 25/122:00 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 9/10AED 3,180
Wed 4/1101:50 -
1 stop26h 40m
Fri 6/1116:10 -
2 stops51h 20m
Deal found 8/10AED 3,220
Fri 16/1022:30 -
2 stops35h 56m
Fri 5/222:00 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 10/10AED 3,257
Fri 16/1019:30 -
1 stop31h 05m
Fri 23/1010:55 -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 13/10AED 3,275
Wed 21/1020:30 -
2 stops34h 36m
Tue 26/115:55 -
2 stops41h 35m
Deal found 9/10AED 3,283
Wed 14/1020:30 -
2 stops34h 36m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 9/10AED 3,356
Fri 16/1018:15 -
2 stops40h 11m
Tue 20/1007:00 -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 11/10AED 3,386
Fri 16/1022:30 -
2 stops35h 56m
Tue 2/222:00 -
2 stops35h 30m
Deal found 10/10AED 3,389
Sat 17/1004:05 -
2 stops30h 21m
Mon 9/1123:05 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 9/10AED 3,400
Tue 10/1110:00 -
2 stops41h 35m
Tue 8/1212:39 -
2 stops31h 06m
Deal found 13/10AED 3,404
Fri 23/1018:15 -
2 stops36h 51m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 12/10AED 3,408

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Round-trip from

AED 3,220

One-way from

AED 2,042

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 4,226
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/11-6/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 78h 00m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 30m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (AED 2,062 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 630 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Mon 19/10

16:00-22:56

2 stops41h 56m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,126

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/11

17:30-19:32

2 stops38h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,218

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/11

21:00-22:42

2 stops37h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,218

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

17:30-22:43

2 stops41h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,258

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 20/10

04:05-22:56

2 stops29h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,328

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/10

04:05-23:26

2 stops30h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,368

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/12

04:25-11:45

3 stops43h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,449
Fastest return journey

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/11

01:55-11:45

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,996

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/11

01:55-11:45

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,996

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/10

18:15-23:26

2 stops40h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

07:00-02:25

2 stops32h 25m

AED 3,386

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of AED 3,914). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,841). 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?

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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Dubai to San Francisco flights typically cost between AED 3,532 and AED 6,004 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 3,220 on United Airlines (4 Nov–6 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

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
3,677 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,677 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,677 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,586 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,677 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,719 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,677 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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  • 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 3 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 36 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 26h 40m. Dubai and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 13010 km.

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

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at AED 3,435. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at AED 4,524 and AED 5,130, respectively. KLM is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of AED 3,914). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,841). 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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KLMCheapestAED 3,435AverageAED 3,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 4,524AverageAED 5,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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