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$426+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DXB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/81:30 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/42:15 amDXB - SFO
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$706
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/97:25 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/152:15 amDXB - SFO
2 stops26h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$707
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mLufthansa
Sun 12/141:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop30h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$709
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/81:30 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/82:15 amDXB - SFO
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$710
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/99:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/241:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$715
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/118:30 amSFO - DXB
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/39:20 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$717
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:25 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/231:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$718
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/611:50 amSFO - DXB
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/51:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$722
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/58:39 amSFO - DXB
2 stops26h 16mAir Canada
Mon 12/81:30 amDXB - SFO
2 stops51h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 12/2$724
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:25 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mSWISS
Mon 12/151:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Deal found 12/2$725
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/118:30 amSFO - DXB
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/51:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$726

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$704
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$426
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,470

Good round-trip deal

$1,029 or less

Good one-way deal

$798 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Dubai that are best for you.

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Dubai

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San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

12:43 am-7:40 pm

3 stops30h 57m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/28

1:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$707

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

11:35 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/20

1:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$707

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

9:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/25

1:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$712

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/19

1:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$712

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

7:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/23

9:20 am-8:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$717

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

9:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/9

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$717

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/11

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$717

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

10:59 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops32h 41m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/25

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$723

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

11:56 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 44m

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/11

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$723

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

7:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/23

1:30 am-9:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$726

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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 Francisco to Dubai in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Francisco-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Dubai flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Dubai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Dubai. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of $679). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,047). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Dubai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 59% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Dubai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Dubai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Dubai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Dubai trip
Airports
SFO

For a stress-free departure, use SFO's AirTrain to quickly navigate between terminals and reach your gate efficiently.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
DXB

Upon arrival at DXB, use the Dubai Metro for a quick and cost-effective way to reach the city center.

Read more about DXBby Ramsey Qubein
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DXB

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Dubai, such as Emirates, Delta, and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,077 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Dubai?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you will be flying from San Francisco to Dubai Intl. Flights to Dubai Intl (DXB) from San Francisco (SFO) take 15h 35m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Dubai per day from 13 airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Dubai flight route?

    The San Francisco to Dubai Intl flight path was viewed by 316 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Dubai will take you 30h 57m. The distance from San Francisco to Dubai is about 8084 mi.

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

    SWISS, at $616, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and China Eastern. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Dubai one-way?

    $340 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and SAUDIA, with prices starting from $355 and $409, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $652. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $641 on average, our data indicates $4,238 when flying from San Francisco to Dubai.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Dubai?

    San Francisco to Dubai flights have a layover in Istanbul most often. Doha sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Dubai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    If you're on a layover in Istanbul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, or Laleli Camii. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii, by traveling 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $34 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Dubai flights?

    San Francisco to Dubai flights have a layover in Paris least often.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Dubai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of $679). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,047). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Dubai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$616Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$645Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$645Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$688Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$696Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$699Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$722Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$736Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$744Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$744Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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