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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from AED 1,873

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SFO
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
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 18 May 2026.

Thu 18/615:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops54h 22m
SAUDIA
Fri 3/721:20
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops55h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 15/5AED 3,228
Thu 18/615:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops44h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/722:40
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5AED 3,511
Fri 10/715:00
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops44h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/821:30
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5AED 3,614
Wed 7/1004:05
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1007:04
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops32h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5AED 3,732
Wed 12/818:15
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops35h 09m
SAUDIA
Tue 25/807:00
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops25h 30m
SAUDIA
Deal found 16/5AED 3,801
Thu 9/721:25
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops36h 15m
SAUDIA
Wed 22/707:00
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops44h 05m
SAUDIA
Deal found 15/5AED 3,809
Tue 26/517:30
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops50h 57m
SAUDIA
Mon 15/615:05
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops61h 55m
SAUDIA
Deal found 16/5AED 3,879
Tue 23/602:30
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/617:55
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5AED 3,948
Sat 16/511:20
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/517:55
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5AED 3,970
Sat 27/614:10
AUH
-
SFO
1 stop36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/717:55
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5AED 3,989
Mon 18/515:00
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops38h 29m
SAUDIA
Thu 28/507:00
SFO
-
AUH
2 stops45h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 16/5AED 4,316
Wed 24/602:10
AUH
-
SFO
2 stops28h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/616:30
SFO
-
AUH
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5AED 4,418

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 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 3,228

One-way from

AED 1,873

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 4,422

Good round-trip deal

AED 5,251 or less
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 18/6-3/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 110h 02m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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27/5
  • 27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 24m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 2,169 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 619 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 May 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/7

00:40-12:50

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

13:45-23:00

1 stop22h 15m

AED 4,330

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Fri 26/6

00:40-19:03

2 stops29h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 4/7

20:10-22:35

1 stop39h 25m

AED 4,407
Fastest return journey

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 17/6

00:40-12:50

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 3/7

15:26-23:00

2 stops20h 34m

AED 4,411

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/7

00:40-18:14

2 stops28h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

14:19-23:00

2 stops21h 41m

AED 4,451

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 13/6

00:40-15:53

2 stops26h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 26/6

20:10-22:35

1 stop39h 25m

AED 4,602

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 27/5

18:15-18:23

2 stops35h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

23:45-12:00

2 stops25h 15m

AED 4,742

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 30/6

21:25-22:46

2 stops36h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 6/7

23:45-19:05

2 stops32h 20m

AED 4,907

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 26/6

02:10-14:30

1 stop23h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 4/7

07:20-06:10

2 stops35h 50m

AED 5,223

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 5/7

02:10-16:40

2 stops25h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 25/7

16:30-06:10

1 stop26h 40m

AED 5,252

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 9/7

02:10-20:57

2 stops29h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 10/8

16:30-06:10

1 stop26h 40m

AED 5,267

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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

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 89 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 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 18 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 18 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 118 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.

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 18 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
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,517 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
9,737 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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 38 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 4,330, Delta can have you in San Francisco from United Arab Emirates in 23h 10m. The distance from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco is about 13010 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 5,251. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for AED 3,515 on average, our data indicates AED 6,003 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestAED 2,746AverageAED 3,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestAED 3,456AverageAED 3,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 4,453AverageAED 5,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 5,131AverageAED 5,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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