Dubai

$485+ 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DXB
Jul 15 — Jul 221
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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 June 15, 2026.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:45 pm
SAN
-
DXB
1 stop35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/101:30 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops47h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$867
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:30 pm
SAN
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 11/102:15 am
DXB
-
SAN
1 stop28h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13$880
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/67:10 am
SAN
-
DXB
1 stop24h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 11/131:50 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops29h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13$910
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:10 am
SAN
-
DXB
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/159:20 am
DXB
-
SAN
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$926
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/61:40 pm
SAN
-
DXB
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Wed 8/191:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
1 stop21h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$947
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2010:00 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops37h 35m
Delta
Mon 8/171:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
1 stop21h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$952
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/62:40 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops21h 20m
KLM
Wed 8/191:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops27h 04m
KLM
Deal found 6/11$953
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/39:59 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops37h 36m
Delta
Tue 8/111:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops30h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/13$955
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:30 pm
SAN
-
DXB
2 stops21h 30m
Delta
Sat 10/31:00 am
DXB
-
SAN
2 stops32h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$961

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 June 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$867
(United)

One-way from

$485
(oojo)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,264
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Dubai Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Dubai Intl flights.
From San Diego to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Dubai Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($74 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 June 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Dubai that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 11/4

7:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/15

9:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop42h 25m

$926

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 9/25

10:46 am-11:00 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/3

1:00 am-9:53 pm

2 stops31h 53m

$961

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 8/6

9:59 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops38h 01m

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/19

1:00 am-3:56 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$961

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 8/5

2:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/8

1:00 am-8:28 pm

2 stops30h 28m

$961

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 9/28

9:46 am-11:00 pm

2 stops26h 14m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/7

1:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops31h 52m

$961

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 7/20

10:00 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/10

1:00 am-8:36 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$962

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 7/23

3:00 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops44h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/19

1:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$965

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sun 7/19

7:58 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops63h 37m

Dubai Intl

Fri 8/14

1:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$976

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sun 7/12

1:05 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops46h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/26

12:40 am-11:55 am

2 stops46h 15m

$1,095

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 8/6

1:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/8

1:00 am-7:35 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,095

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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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Estimated round-trip price
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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 $738). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,271). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Dubai?

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 June 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,United Airlines, 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.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

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?

    Delta can get you from San Diego to Dubai in just under 25h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San Diego and Dubai are separated by a distance of 8395 mi.

  • 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 Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $733 and $1,100, 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 $738). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,271). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai

Discover the top 3 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 June 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$684Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,100Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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