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$543+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DXB
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Dubai

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 18, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:00 am
SAN
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DXB
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/41:50 pm
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops34h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$906
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/127:00 am
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops29h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/313:10 pm
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops40h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$960
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:10 am
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/194:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$965
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:00 am
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/103:25 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops28h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$972
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:12 am
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/610:30 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$980
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:10 am
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/24:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$983
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/12:00 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops22h 00m
KLM
Sat 9/51:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops28h 23m
KLM
Deal found 4/14$1,003
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:15 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/233:45 pm
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops39h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,011
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:00 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops22h 00m
KLM
Sat 10/31:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops28h 45m
KLM
Deal found 4/14$1,012

Find flight deals from San Diego to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$906
(oojo)

One-way from

$543
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$797
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Dubai Intl flight deals.
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One-way flight from San Diego to Dubai Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Dubai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-5:55 am

2 stops35h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/10

3:25 am-8:43 pm

2 stops28h 18m

$972

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 9/1

2:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/5

1:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops28h 23m

$1,003

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 9/25

2:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/3

1:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,012

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 5/14

6:30 am-10:35 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/20

12:40 am-11:15 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,014

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 9/25

1:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/3

2:30 am-8:36 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$1,077
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 5/4

7:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/11

9:55 am-10:36 pm

1 stop23h 41m

$1,101

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 9/1

1:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/5

1:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops28h 23m

$1,117

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 5/30

7:15 am-10:35 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/5

12:40 am-11:28 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$1,162
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 9/11

4:55 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$545

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 5/6

12:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$572

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Deals found on 4/13

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Dubai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Dubai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Dubai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Dubai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Dubai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Dubai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dubai (average of $797). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dubai. Reviews last updated April 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Delta, andQatar Airways from San Diego to Dubai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,934 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Dubai?

    KLM and Delta can get you from San Diego to Dubai in just under 22h. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 05m. San Diego and Dubai are separated by a distance of 8395 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $684. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $734 and $797, respectively. Qatar Airways is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Dubai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dubai (average of $797). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$684Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$734Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$797Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$905Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$1,099Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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