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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from AED 2,038

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.
DXB — SFO
29 Jun — 6 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 May 2026.

Wed 9/915:00
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops45h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/923:50
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5AED 2,747
Thu 27/823:00
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/922:45
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5AED 3,243
Thu 10/904:05
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops32h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/1023:50
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5AED 3,301
Mon 15/602:05
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops31h 41m
SAUDIA
Wed 16/907:00
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops44h 05m
SAUDIA
Deal found 25/5AED 3,327
Sat 18/717:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops52h 49m
SAUDIA
Mon 27/721:20
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops55h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 26/5AED 3,389
Mon 8/615:00
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops38h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/722:35
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5AED 3,577
Tue 8/902:35
AUH
-
SFO
1 stop29h 53m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/910:31
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop22h 09m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5AED 3,804
Wed 29/703:35
AUH
-
SFO
1 stop30h 13m
Etihad Airways
Sat 15/806:02
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop25h 53m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5AED 3,819
Mon 13/709:00
AUH
-
SFO
1 stop24h 46m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/722:05
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/5AED 3,826
Thu 10/921:25
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops36h 30m
SAUDIA
Mon 14/923:50
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops27h 15m
SAUDIA
Deal found 26/5AED 3,951
Thu 10/909:40
AUH
-
SFO
1 stop24h 51m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/923:59
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop25h 26m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/5AED 3,962
Sun 21/602:15
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/723:15
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5AED 3,981

Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 30 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,747

One-way from

AED 2,159

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 4,421

Good round-trip deal

AED 6,002 or less
9/9-16/9
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 39m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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8/11
  • 8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 36m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 2,164 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 620 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates 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 30 May 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 27/8

23:00-22:33

2 stops34h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

22:45-19:30

2 stops33h 45m

AED 3,243

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 13/7

09:00-22:46

1 stop24h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

22:05-12:25

1 stop27h 20m

AED 3,826

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/9

02:35-23:31

1 stop31h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

23:59-19:20

1 stop32h 21m

AED 3,962

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/7

00:40-18:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

15:05-22:35

1 stop20h 30m

AED 4,304

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 21/6

00:40-18:00

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 6/7

07:10-22:35

2 stops28h 25m

AED 4,315

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/6

02:10-23:36

2 stops32h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 30/6

12:27-06:10

2 stops30h 43m

AED 4,333

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/6

00:40-12:50

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 2/7

23:45-22:35

2 stops35h 50m

AED 4,392

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/7

00:40-16:12

2 stops26h 32m

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

08:55-22:35

2 stops26h 40m

AED 4,399
Fastest return journey

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/8

00:40-12:50

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

13:45-23:00

1 stop22h 15m

AED 4,403

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 12/7

00:40-16:49

2 stops27h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

11:30-22:35

2 stops24h 05m

AED 4,421

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco (average of AED 2,589). Flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,834). 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 AE to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 30 May 2026.

When flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. 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 30 May 2026.

The most flights from AE0 to SFO 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 often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 28% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

The best time to book flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco is 90 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.

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 30 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco, such as Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
KLM
7.8
Good
1,524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,771 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Arab Emirates 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from United Arab Emirates?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. It is only a 17.7 km journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city centre.

  • How popular is this United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco was viewed by 39 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 United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    For as low as AED 3,826, Etihad Airways can have you in San Francisco from United Arab Emirates in 24h 46m. The distance from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco is about 13098 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 6,002. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for AED 4,183 on average, our data indicates AED 6,002 when flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco (average of AED 2,589). Flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,834). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestAED 2,745AverageAED 3,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestAED 3,455AverageAED 3,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 4,452AverageAED 5,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 5,130AverageAED 5,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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