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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from AED 1,972

DXB — SFO
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Fri 23/1015:00 -
2 stops43h 26m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
2 stops30h 15m
Deal found 8/9AED 3,099
Wed 11/1118:15 -
2 stops37h 20m
Mon 16/1123:05 -
2 stops31h 55m
Deal found 11/9AED 3,158
Mon 19/1022:30 -
2 stops30h 56m
Mon 26/1022:55 -
2 stops30h 50m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,176
Mon 26/1022:30 -
2 stops35h 26m
Mon 2/1122:55 -
2 stops27h 35m
Deal found 11/9AED 3,257
Wed 11/1110:00 -
2 stops44h 14m
Mon 16/1120:35 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 11/9AED 3,279
Mon 5/1020:30 -
2 stops32h 56m
Wed 14/1007:00 -
2 stops44h 30m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,287
Fri 23/1022:30 -
2 stops35h 56m
Fri 30/1020:50 -
2 stops29h 10m
Deal found 8/9AED 3,349
Sat 21/1110:00 -
2 stops45h 42m
Sat 28/1120:35 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 10/9AED 3,353
Mon 5/1022:30 -
2 stops30h 56m
Sat 10/1007:00 -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,386
Wed 30/920:30 -
2 stops35h 00m
Sat 24/1021:56 -
2 stops28h 04m
Deal found 10/9AED 3,389
Wed 25/1101:50 -
1 stop23h 20m
Thu 10/1215:05 -
1 stop40h 45m
Deal found 8/9AED 3,400
Sat 24/1016:25 -
2 stops43h 50m
Sat 31/1022:55 -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 9/9AED 3,646

Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Round-trip from

AED 2,993

One-way from

AED 1,972

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 4,487

Good round-trip deal

AED 5,946 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 13/1-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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  • SAUDIA
  • 19/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 26m total
  • United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 690 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

15:00-18:26

2 stops38h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,972

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 18/9

15:00-20:08

2 stops40h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,295

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 30/9

15:30-07:00

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,339

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

00:25-17:55

2 stops52h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,519

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/11

02:05-20:32

3 stops54h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,523

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 12/1

22:30-13:09

3 stops50h 39m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,526

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/10

04:05-00:34

2 stops31h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,545

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

06:30-20:38

3 stops49h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,578

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SFO San Francisco

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 30/9

10:25-13:35

2 stops38h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,581

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/12

21:00-20:57

2 stops35h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,618

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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 3,602). Flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,147). 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?

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

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 33% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 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 33% 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 84 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

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
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

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
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

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
1,575 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

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
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 33 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 4,351, British Airways can have you in San Francisco from United Arab Emirates in 23h 40m. 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 5,800. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for AED 3,162 on average, our data indicates AED 8,280 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 3,602). Flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,147). 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 3 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestAED 3,455AverageAED 3,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 4,487AverageAED 5,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 5,130AverageAED 5,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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