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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Dubai
Dubai1 stop$831
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi1 stop$806
Dubai
Dubai1 stop$831
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi1 stop$806
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates are running about 10% lower than they were around this time last year, averaging $959 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates on KAYAK in the last week:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) from $831
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) from $838
• Sharjah (SHJ) from $1,024

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $852. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,206.

When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

Book your flights 16 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 10% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in the United Arab Emirates is the cheapest to fly to from San Francisco?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into the United Arab Emirates are:

• Sharjah (SHJ) from $843
• Dubai Intl (DXB) from $986
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) from $1,084

What’s the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

Wednesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates, while Friday is the most expensive. Fares run about 14% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to the United Arab Emirates during the night with average prices of $914. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,030.

Key details for San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$356
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi

Your San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    Fares from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates are around their usual level right now. A round-trip under $800 is considered a good deal, so it's worth keeping an eye out, or setting a Price Alert to catch price changes.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates have ranged from $800 to $1,221.

  • What are the main airports serving the United Arab Emirates?

    The United Arab Emirates has 9 airports. The three busiest are Dubai Intl (DXB) (96% of arrivals), Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) (3%) and Sharjah (SHJ) (1%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, just one airline regularly flies nonstop from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates: Emirates.

  • Where in the United Arab Emirates can I fly nonstop from San Francisco?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can only fly nonstop from San Francisco to Dubai.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates average $1,051 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Newark (EWR) from $715
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) from $715
    • Los Angeles (LAX) from $803

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    Flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates take 16h 05m on average.

  • How often are flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates delayed and what's the average delay?

    24% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 06m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    On flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in the United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in the United Arab Emirates include:

    • Burj Khalifa
    • Dubai Mall
    • Gold Souq
    • Burj Al Arab

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates?

    The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates departs at 3:40 pm and the latest departs at 4:45 pm. Nonstop flights take about 16h 05m.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 16 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 10% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Friday cost about 14% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Sharjah (SHJ) is the cheapest airport to fly into from San Francisco. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Dubai, which is the most popular destination in the United Arab Emirates. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Newark (EWR) is usually the cheapest.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3688 reviews
7.9Food
8.1Comfort
8.2Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.4Crew
Airline reviews

Service was great. Food was perfect. My mom needed a wheelchair and I was worried that I will miss the connecting flight. Emirates ground staff and wheelchair staff ensured we get to our gate on time.

10.0 ExcellentManoj, Aug 2026
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Service was great. Food was perfect. My mom needed a wheelchair and I was worried that I will miss the connecting flight. Emirates ground staff and wheelchair staff ensured we get to our gate on time.

Although lauded as a superior carrier, I found nothing out of the ordinary about the flight. Even in the AirBus 380, there wasn't much space in economy - especially when the seat in front was reclined. Admittedly, the toilet was more spacious than I've ever seen on an airplane, but the ill-fitting divider between the cubicles left a visible slit that was quite disconcerting. The crew were ok, but they were clearly "just doing their job." There was little enthusiasm - although given the number of the passengers, I'm not surprised they were jaded. I'd fly Emirates again, but I don't hold them above other carriers.

Boarding in New York was smooth and well organized. However, the boarding process in Dubai was less convenient. Passengers were asked to board an hour before departure, but after that we had to wait in another area that did not have enough seating capacity. To make matters worse, the flight was officially delayed by an hour, followed by an additional 45-minute delay while on the aircraft. The food was excellent and exceeded expectations. Seating comfort was decent for Economy Class, and considering the fare category, I have no major complaints. The entertainment system was outstanding. Being able to watch a FIFA match live during the flight was a completely new and enjoyable experience for me, making the journey much more engaging.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Airline did not have enough vegetarian meals for all guests, and crew were not adequately trained to handle this.

Flight got canceled without any prior information and it caused lot of trouble

More leg room and comfortable seats at least for long flights

Great flight. Comfortable seats, courteous service, and excellent selection for entertainment.

The plane and services in Emirates flight from Los Angeles to Dubai were very good . But plane and services in flight from Dubai to Delhi were very poor/uncomfortable. Staff at Dubai and crew in Dubai plane was very very disappointing|shabby. Wheel chair was given only for a very small part of layover at Dubai and we faced great inconvenience. In short , our experience Dubai onwards(fly Dubai) was very bad and uncomfortable.

WiFi was a major problem and if it does not work on a 4 hour flight then that lowers the overall experience

The Airline Attendant found us in flight and moved us to seats in the front of economy due to the short time we would have to make our connecting flight. We really appreciated it.

Carmen was an absolute delight on the flight staff! Everyone was lovely and made it a very pleasant flight.

Internet connectivity still seems to be touchy on these flights, making it difficult to rely on it for getting work done.

My son’s suitcase was left behind at SFO and did not make the flight.

Crew was absolutely fantastic and we’re so welcoming and friendly ❤️

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Entertainment system is okay, flight attendants were ok. Leg space very narrow, I couldn’t get what I wanted to eat, dinner nor breakfast.

Excellent experience with business class area. Staff was attentive and food was amazing. Only one bathroom for business class which was logistically difficult for the staff while preparing meals. Need to offer fluids with meals. I did not get enough water to drink. But overall I rate it 5 star.

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

This is my 2nd time with the Turkish airline. Would definitely recommend. In stability we connected to Indiago would not recommend, very cramped seating. No inflight entertainment..service was inferior.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Awful seats, poor air circulation. Smelled like poop for 3-5 mins after someone used the bathroom. Child screaming for 13 hours

We are thankful for the useful gifts provided by the airline.The entertainment and crew were also very good

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

One of my checked luggage was damaged. Cracked on the top by the handle.

Not so good. Crew was not as attentive as they should have been especially if flying business class. Only offered dinner 2 hours after takeoff. My flight attendant seemed overwhelmed. Pushed my help button but no one came. I explained everything on my previous review.

I have been flying united for a long time but now I’m done

Delayed - leaving, delayed getting to the gate at destination. What should have been a very easy flight and experience was not.

Better management of the boarding process. Is there any way you could forward all the window seats first? That's the Way Reno Air used to do it, and they had the fastest boarding in the industry!

overall a very good travel experience - left on time, arrived early. Mostly a smooth flight. Polaris seats were excellent, very good service and nice food with options.

Flight was over two hours late, but they notified us early in the morning. They ended up changing planes the food on board that was extremely mediocre and we were in premier class.

Food was very bad Crew was not so welcoming. Chairs was so uncomfortable

The business class had to wait to board last. Unacceptable

The air hostess was excellent. I have taken so many flight domestic and international, this is the first time the air hostess was so caring. She was a delight

Our seats were not together - one on upstairs business class, the other nicer downstairs business class. Terrible!! A very nice agent worked hard with other passengers & got us upstairs together. Not ideal experience. Check in agent should have caught that! Asked about upgrade to first class for additional $2500 each. Refused upgrade saying we upgraded once already. We booked on business class to begin with so we’re NOT happy!!

Great. Only issue…the cabin was kept as warm as a sauna.

Lost our luggage, now two days and four $30 each taxi trips to airport and long lines in taxi queue because Lufthansa didn’t get it right, by not recognizing new delays between flights caused byEU new lengthy crossing requirements for non EU travelers, so luggage lost because traditionally methodical and orderly Germans not paying attention.

They set someone on our assigned seats and we ended up finding seats for ourselves to ensure the family sits together.

Flight attendants were fine, seats a bit hard but I use a cushion for extra support. The only issue was it was a bit too cool and I needed to ask for and received and extra blanket. I survived!!!

Food choices limited & not enticing Seats quite uncomfortable & difficult to control

Boarding was disorganized. The door to one to the toilets wouldn’t lock. The plane was shockingly cramped, and clearly used for domestic flights due to the menus for items to sell domestic travelers. United should be ashamed of its small seats, tiny unclean toilets, and money grubbing stance toward services, compared to Lufthansa, Emirates, and most international carriers United is awful.

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Everything was really great just The aircraft was too old and sounded it will break during takeoff

Extremely pleased with the crew. Best flight attendants ever! Very friendly, genuinely caring and attentive.

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