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Cheapest round-trip
$857
Typical prices: $833-$1,479
Delta
Sun 11/22Thu 12/17
SFO - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$969
Typical prices: $936-$1,010
Emirates
Tue 9/8Wed 9/23
SFO - DXB • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 16h 15m
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Cheapest • Avg $742 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 43m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dubai (SFO-DXB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dubai 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 17
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1:50 pm - 12:01 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 11m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 pm - 12:39 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 09m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$857Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 17
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1:50 pm - 12:01 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 11m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 pm - 5:11 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
32h 41m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$857Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:55 pm - 11:40 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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11:00 pm - 1:10 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$857Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:10 am - 8:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
24h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 40m1 stop Zurich
$858Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 10
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3:55 pm - 9:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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5:50 am - 1:35 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$861Qatar Airways
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:23 am - 3:25 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
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5:50 am - 1:35 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$861Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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7:25 pm - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
39h 00m1 stop Zurich
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 40m1 stop Zurich
$863SWISS
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:50 pm - 12:01 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 11m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:55 am - 11:45 amDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$864KLM
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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7:25 pm - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
39h 00m1 stop Zurich
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 40m1 stop Zurich
$864SWISS
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Dec 6
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1:50 pm - 12:01 amSFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 11m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:30 am - 12:55 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$865KLM
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Dubai flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Dubai from San Francisco usually cost between $862 and $1,178 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $857 on Delta (Nov 22-Dec 14).

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dubai, 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 San Francisco to Dubai is January, where tickets cost $827 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,210 and $1,154 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Dubai?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,027, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dubai, 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 San Francisco to Dubai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Dubai

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

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

August

Cheapest flight

$443
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Dubai 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 San Francisco to Dubai

  • How do I find something lost at Dubai International airport?

    If your luggage disappears while it is in transit, you will need to get in touch with the airline that you were flying with. On the other hand, if the very unlikely event occurs when your baggage goes missing while you are using the airport's services, the service providers will work together with you to find a solution to the issue.

  • Can you rent a car from Dubai International Airport?

    At Dubai International Airport, it is simple to rent a vehicle since there is a branch of Hertz Car Rental situated at the arrivals area of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Visitors are only permitted to drive rented automobiles if they possess a full license and the proper insurance for the vehicle.

  • What transportation options are there from Dubai International Airport to the city center?

    There is a train that runs directly between the Airport Terminal 3 Metro Station 2 station and the Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 station. This train leaves the station and arrives there. The services are available around the clock and leave once every 5min. The trip takes roughly 24min.

  • What time should I arrive at the San Francisco Airport (SFO) for my flight?

    SFO recommends that you contact your airline directly to inquire about the suggested arrival time for your flight. The majority of airlines recommend arriving at the airport 2h before departure for domestic flights. Most airlines suggest getting to the airport 3h before the departure time of an overseas trip. Most airlines that provide international service demand that you check-in at least 1h before your flight is scheduled to leave, and at that point, the ticket booths may shut.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai was $443 for a one-way ticket and $857 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Dubai flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Dubai are Emirates and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,058 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $871 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 San Francisco to Dubai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Dubai?

    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 Dubai with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and DXB 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 San Francisco to Dubai?

    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 Dubai from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $899 or less one-way and $1,039 or less round-trip.
  • No matter which airline you are traveling with to your destination, you may use San Francisco Airport (SFO) lounges at a discounted rate. It is the greatest option for a flight connection, flight cancellation, early morning check-in, and breakfast. They provide comfortable seating, complimentary refreshments, and an assortment of alcoholic beverages, spirits, and liquors and are equipped with showers, Wi-Fi, and food.
  • The San Francisco International Airport features several private nursing mothers' rooms that are large, attractive, and roomy. These facilities are accessible both before and after passengers clear security in Terminals 1, 2, and 3.
  • If you are traveling with a pet, you can visit pet relief zones at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is accessible within and outside the terminals. It has facilities that are necessary for pets such as drinking spaces equipped with bowls and waste areas with mutt mitt dispensers and are open 24h.
  • If you don't have a cell phone, the Dubai International Airport (DXB) has internet kiosks near the Global Link (Gate C16). People with an Etisalat internet account or who swipe a credit card can use these touch-screen kiosks.
  • Before departing from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), passengers may request special assistance to help them get through security and to their gate. Accessible bathrooms and other assistance are available at the airport for passengers with impairments that are not readily apparent. As for the arrival airport, Dubai International Airport (DXB) provides wheelchairs and adapted bathrooms.

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