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$548 Find Cheap Flights from Dubai to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco departing on 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$851
Typical prices: $924-$1,342
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Wed 10/7Wed 10/14
DXB - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,614
Typical prices: $1,556-$1,586
Emirates
Tue 9/8Tue 9/8
DXB - SFO • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $907 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 16h 35m
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Most punctual • 70% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • Avg $961 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 56m (one-way)
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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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

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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10:30 pm - 8:49 pm
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33h 19m
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9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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37h 00m
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$851Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 11
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11:00 pm - 10:33 pm
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34h 33m
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11:50 pm - 12:00 pm
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25h 10m
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$907SAUDIA
Wed, Jul 1 - Fri, Aug 14
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11:15 pm - 1:54 pm
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49h 39m
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3:20 pm - 7:30 pm
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41h 10m
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$908SAUDIA
Tue, Jul 14 - Mon, Aug 17
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9:00 pm - 1:54 pm
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51h 54m
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6:20 am - 9:30 pm
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28h 10m
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$937SAUDIA
Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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8:30 pm - 12:59 am
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39h 29m
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6:20 am - 9:30 pm
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28h 10m
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$1,037SAUDIA
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:00 pm - 12:59 am
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38h 59m
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10:45 pm - 9:30 pm
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35h 45m
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$1,057Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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9:00 pm - 12:59 am
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38h 59m
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3:09 pm - 1:00 pm
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34h 51m
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$1,061Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 23 - Tue, Aug 4
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9:00 pm - 12:59 am
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38h 59m
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6:15 am - 7:30 pm
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26h 15m
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$1,067SAUDIA
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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8:40 pm - 7:00 am
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21h 20m
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10:30 am - 12:10 pm
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38h 40m
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$1,083Air India
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 8
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28h 30m
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8:45 pm - 12:10 pm
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28h 25m
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$1,086Air India
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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.

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 $953 (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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to San Francisco

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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 seasonApril
Cheapest flight$548
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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When to book flights from Dubai to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 $548 for a one-way ticket and $851 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 $1,635 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 $955 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 $1,317 or less one-way.
  • 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to San Francisco?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Dubai to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3591 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.4Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

10.0 ExcellentWoei, May 2026
DXB - SIN
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As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

Very bad service and food variety will never come back again

Flight was cancelled without notification. Information on flight status was not available on Emirates's website.

The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

As per usual when you Hit the UK it's a slow process through customs Not as efficient at Thailand for sure

There were no charge points for phones on the economy seats. The seats were comfortable overall. Food was okay.. flight was on time

The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

It was really nice journey i personally recommend klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

United has been holding my money for a cancel on another ticket they wouldn’t let me fly for going on 5 months. Terrible service I wouldn’t choose to buy tickets or fly with united again. Very bad experience generally dishonorable and poor service .

The flight got delayed. They forgot to bring the drinks when I asked for it. The toilet is messy.

This was an overnight flight, and in the morning they did know coffee service. How you can throw passengers in a San Francisco airport at 5:40 a.m. in the morning and not giving them Coffee is a crime.

Our flight was delayed several Times due to mechanical issues. Although I understand this may happen at times, it was very inconvenient and we had to book a hotel for an overnight stay. We were traveling with my 3-yo grandson and waiting at the airport from noon until 6:30pm with no reassurance that our next rescheduled flight would depart, we had to decide what’s best for him. A day later, I found out that I may be able to demand compensation if my flight is delayed more than 4 hours. I will hav to read the fine print next time.

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly at all times! They went above and beyond to get us into an earlier flight in San Diego to make our connection in SFO possible, because our original flight did actually not make it! I did so much appreciate the UA team and how they made this possible. We also didn’t have seats together on the long flight to Singapore, but they found us seats together last moment with no additional cost! Nobody sat next to us, so that we were able to sleep! Thanks to UA for improving their service and Underpricer for booking this trip! Please be careful: 1,5 hrs for transfer in San Francisco might not be enough time in the future

Crew was great! Good meals. Had room to stretch out

How can you rate a flight when it is canceled after you leave the gate & 3 hours into sitting there or in remote area of airport after mechanical problems

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

6 1/2 hours from Tampa to SFO on a Boeing 737. Cramped. No Service. No real food. One pass for coffee at the beginning and a second pass THREE hours later. And check-in in Tampa was nasty even by United standards. And I am at almost TWO million miles on United. It's a non-stop. But terrible service.

First class ticket gets you no seat back entertainment? I have to bring my own laptop to see a movie? And most of their movies have ADS? No thank you. Worse: Tiny snacks only on a 2 hr flight?

Thanks to a delay of an hour of my flight to Philadelphia on American Airlines I missed my connecting flight to Amsterdam. On arrival at Philadelphia he crew on the delayed flight did not ask the passengers to let connecting passengers get off first and I arrived a few minutes after boarding was closed at the original time for the flight to AMS, this despite the fact that I had received a message from American Airlines that departure was delayed by 25 minutes. Overall very poor service, no effort from the part of American Airlines to accommodate the passenger, just rebook the flight for the next day.

Seats not as comfortable as I had hoped. Food was very nice, service was fine. Entertainment options very nice. Had thought the premium economy was a more plus 2-3-2 layout but it was a 2-4-2 with seats not as wide as I had expected.

I liked my seats on the return trip. Didn't like having to pay for luggage on an international flight. Also didn't like that it was on American airlines and not British Airways. I specifically selected a BA flight to experience that airline.

I flew four flights on British Airways within two weeks. I was unable to download the boarding pass to my phone for any of the four flights. I could check-in for my flight but the system would not give me boarding pass. I tried multiple ways and multiple times. I discovered many other passengers also had the same issue with their boarding passes. No explanation or acknowledgement by BA.

Lovely big plane. Excellent take off and landing. Cabin crew were so nice. Flight in time no delays

Because our ABZ-LHR flight was cancelled by BA for reasons they refuse to tell us--not weather--we did not make this flight and were booked on the following day. BA offered no assistance to us on the phone or in the airport, and we had to find a hotel at Heathrow on our own.

Horrible - flight was delayed by 6 hours - we boarded, were made to de-board due some technical fault; aircraft changed; special meals request on new flight - all went awry. Landed in Dulles airport; breezed thru immigration; as Business Class passengers or baggage was delivered almost 90 minutes after landing; air tags indicated the bags were just near the carousel but the unhelpful BA staff - Maria and Ghina refused to give any update - palming it off on some imaginary invisible “manager” despite air tags evidence showing it right there. So about 50-60 passengers waiting and getting infuriatingly impatient for their bags coz one container was not delivered. Finally after much argument by some other passengers Maria condescended to go to the “ramp” and within 5 minutes the baggage was delivered miraculously. Question is why couldn’t she have done it one hour earlier ? Poor poor experience once again on Business Class BA.

Cheap Flight Fares would not provide booking info. I canceled the reservation and we arbitrated with American Express. They provided erroneous info to Amex and it was determined that C.F.F. deserved the price of the ticket. Worse experience I've ever had.

Seating space is appalling. Seats and all surrounding area in "Economy" is built for individuals shorter than 4' 10" and below 120 lbs. Ridiculous. While I'm not expecting fine dining, the food was the worst airplane food that I can recall.

My luggage was lost at the airport but American Airlines contacted me and got it to me the next day.

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