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Cheapest round-trip
$928
Typical prices: $1,127-$1,383
Lufthansa, Air Canada
Sun 1/14Thu 1/25
SMF - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$595
Typical prices: $693-$1,121
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/23
SMF - DXB • 3 stops
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $1,313 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 21h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Dubai (SMF-DXB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Dubai

Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 25
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10:17 am - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:30 am - 3:21 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
49h 51m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$928Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:17 am - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:50 am - 8:36 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
30h 46m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$946Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 7
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1:06 pm - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:50 am - 8:36 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
30h 46m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$946Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:00 am - 10:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich
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1:50 am - 9:52 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
32h 02m2 stops Zurich Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$950SWISS
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:00 pm - 6:50 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
49h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Zurich
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7:45 am - 3:21 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
42h 36m2 stops London Heathrow Vancouver Intl
$954Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:00 pm - 11:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
42h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Zurich
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7:45 am - 3:21 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
42h 36m2 stops London Heathrow Vancouver Intl
$954Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 15
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10:17 am - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:50 am - 9:03 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
31h 13m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$956Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 25
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10:17 am - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:50 am - 9:03 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
31h 13m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$956Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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2:15 pm - 10:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
44h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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1:50 am - 9:52 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
32h 02m2 stops Zurich Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$961United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:55 am - 7:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 35m3 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:50 am - 7:40 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
29h 50m2 stops Zurich San Francisco
$962United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Dubai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Dubai. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Dubai?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Dubai at $954 round-trip.
•October ($1,779) and July ($1,492) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sacramento to Dubai flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$595
Beat the crowds with an average 91% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 449% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Dubai

When to book flights from Sacramento to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Dubai?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Dubai.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Dubai?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Dubai. Flights with 1 layover take between 21h 59m and 23h 16m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Dubai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Dubai range from $1,127 to $1,383, with an average of $1,284 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,127 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Dubai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $928 to $4,400. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sacramento to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $744, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • Alamo
    • AMEX
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Dubai?

    Flights from Sacramento to Dubai usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Dubai pass through?

    Connecting flights from Sacramento to Dubai most commonly pass through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 99% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Sacramento to Dubai. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $994 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,425, a difference of $431.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Dubai?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 59m, compared with 23h 16m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Dubai?

    Dubai is 11 hours ahead of Sacramento (Gulf Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Burj Al Arab. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $994, about $431 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Dubai trip for September. Fares historically average $954 round-trip in that month - typically $825 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Dubai International Hotel

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