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Cheapest round-trip
$883
Typical prices: $870-$1,342
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Fri 10/2Wed 10/7
DXB - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,580
Typical prices: $1,513-$1,669
Emirates
Tue 9/8Wed 9/30
DXB - SFO • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 16h 45m
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Most punctual • 71% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg $955 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 07m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to San Francisco (DXB-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dubai to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco

Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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4:00 pm - 11:26 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
42h 26m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:00 am - 7:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
49h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$883SAUDIA
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:00 am - 3:52 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
40h 52m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
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8:35 pm - 7:40 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
$892British Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Apr 1
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2:15 am - 2:55 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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11:29 am - 11:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
24h 41m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
$904British Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:30 pm - 7:32 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 02m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:55 pm - 2:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$907SAUDIA
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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1:50 am - 6:56 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 06m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:35 am - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
$1,084United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 5
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1:50 am - 7:28 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 38m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:35 am - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
$1,084United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:40 am - 3:54 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 14m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Los Angeles
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8:10 pm - 10:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
39h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,198KLM
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 7
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12:40 am - 3:50 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Los Angeles
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8:10 pm - 10:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
39h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,267KLM
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:25 am - 2:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 35mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 15mnonstop
$1,580Emirates
Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9
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8:15 am - 2:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 45mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 15mnonstop
$1,584Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dubai to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dubai to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dubai to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Dubai usually cost between $1,177 and $2,013 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $883 on SAUDIA (Oct 2-Oct 7).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dubai to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Dubai to San Francisco, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Dubai to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $973 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,806 and $1,706 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Dubai to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to San Francisco

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$569
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from Dubai to San Francisco

  • What are the most popular layovers between Dubai and San Francisco?

    Depending on the airline, passengers on connecting flights from Dubai to San Francisco will have different stopovers. For instance, passengers on British Airways will have a stopover at London Heathrow (LHR) Airport, while passengers on Turkish Airlines will stop at Istanbul Airport (IST). The layover time lasts from 1 hour up to 9 hours.

  • Which airline flying from Dubai to San Francisco has the most favorable carry-on policy?

    The carry-on allowance size for Dubai to San Francisco flights will depend on the ticket booked and the airline. Emirates airline allows economy class passengers one free carry-on bag with 22 x 15 x 8 cm in dimension and not exceeding 15 lb. Business and first-class passengers can carry one carry-on bag of up to 15 lbs and a personal item not exceeding 18 x 14 x 8 inches.

  • Why should I upgrade to first class when flying from Dubai to San Francisco Island?

    Consider booking a business or first-class ticket for the long-haul trip from Dubai to San Francisco. Most airlines provide first-class tickets with superior services for a more comfortable journey. Emirates airline has the most suitable first-class benefits which include more comfortable seats with privacy and extra legroom, access to private lounges, fully lie-flat seats, personal dining service, and entertainment.

  • Which airline traveling from Dubai to San Francisco is more sustainable?

    If you want to fly sustainably from Dubai to San Francisco, consider booking Turkish Airlines. It has implemented initiatives like minimizing waste through recycling, noise pollution reduction, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Turkish Airlines Dubai to San Francisco flights have up to 43% less carbon emission.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to San Francisco?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco was $569 for a one-way ticket and $883 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dubai and San Francisco?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Dubai and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dubai to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Dubai to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to San Francisco, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to San Francisco are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,592 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $957 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dubai to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dubai to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Dubai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline. Booking your flights between Dubai and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,333 or less one-way and $1,829 or less round-trip.
  • Flights departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to San Francisco will use different terminals depending on the airline. For instance, British Airways and Turkish Airlines will use Terminal 1, while Emirates will use Terminal 3. Terminals are connected through a transit area, making movements to your departure terminal easier.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers car rental services from renowned car rental agencies. Some car rental companies providing onsite services from the airport include Budget, Alamo, Enterprise, and Hertz. Passengers will use the Air Train Blue Line shuttles near the baggage claim to access the car rental center, a short distance from the terminal.
  • Passengers traveling from Dubai to San Francisco can opt to use (SFO) as their destination airport. SFO also serves other neighboring cities for both departing and arrival flights. Some cities it serves include Millbrae, San Bruno, Hillsborough, San Mateo, and Burlingame, all located within 12 miles.
  • For Dubai to San Francisco flights, British Airways offers the most convenient accessibility services to passengers with special needs. It provides free wheelchairs for mobility-limited passengers when boarding and getting around. Visually impaired passengers can request an escort to guide them through departure and arrival.
  • Most airlines with flights from Dubai to San Francisco allow passengers to bring pets in the cabin. United Airlines does not have weight and breed limitations. However, the pets must be in a special carrier. The maximum dimensions are 7 x 17 x 12 inches for a hard-sided carrier and 11 x 18 x 11 inches for a soft carrier.

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