Dubai

$479+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

SFO — DXB
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Dubai Intl are usually found in January or March, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai

Sat 11/288:50 pm -
2 stops62h 30m
Sat 12/51:30 am -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 11/4$860
Sun 11/1511:05 pm -
2 stops36h 15m
Fri 12/41:30 am -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 11/3$868
Fri 11/276:35 pm -
1 stop24h 20m
Tue 12/83:05 pm -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 11/1$870
Thu 12/38:25 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Wed 12/161:30 am -
2 stops32h 03m
Deal found 11/4$873
Tue 12/16:35 pm -
1 stop30h 55m
Fri 12/43:05 pm -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 11/2$874
Fri 11/271:50 pm -
2 stops45h 30m
Wed 12/91:30 am -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 10/31$879
Sun 11/1511:05 pm -
2 stops36h 15m
Mon 11/301:30 am -
2 stops43h 34m
Deal found 11/3$883
Mon 11/911:59 pm -
2 stops35h 21m
Sun 11/221:30 am -
2 stops45h 11m
Deal found 10/30$884
Mon 11/911:05 pm -
2 stops36h 15m
Wed 11/181:30 am -
2 stops35h 42m
Deal found 10/30$886
Mon 11/96:28 pm -
2 stops40h 52m
Fri 11/201:30 am -
2 stops48h 22m
Deal found 10/30$889

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$850
(Air France)

One-way from

$479
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$963

Good round-trip deal

$1,124 or less

Good one-way deal

$916 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Dubai Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Dubai Intl flights.
From San Francisco to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Dubai Intl
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Dubai Intl.

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San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 11/30

3:10 pm-3:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$509

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 12/6

3:10 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$509

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 12/5

6:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$514

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 11/15

11:05 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$514

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 12/9

10:59 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops36h 21m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$644

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 2/27

9:59 am-11:20 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/5

1:30 am-4:23 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$856

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 1/6

12:00 pm-4:30 am

2 stops28h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/12

1:30 am-6:53 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$856

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 1/22

9:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/28

11:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$858

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 2/14

6:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sat 2/20

3:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$890

San FranciscoDubai

SFO San Francisco - DXB Dubai Intl

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 11/30

3:10 pm-3:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 12/13

1:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$896

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Dubai

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 November.
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
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Cheapflights Insights

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you should look to book at least 77 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 $861). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Dubai as you normally would.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Dubai flights typically cost between $785 and $1,217 in March.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $850 on Air France (Mar 7-Mar 14).

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Dubai flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Dubai trip
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DXB

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Dubai, such as Emirates,Delta, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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

  • 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?

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Dubai will take you 25h 21m. The distance from San Francisco to Dubai is about 8084 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 Francisco to Dubai round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $640, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Austrian Airlines and Air Canada. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $300 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $314 and $365, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $806. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $822 on average, our data indicates $5,958 when flying from San Francisco to Dubai.

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

  • 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, Laleli Camii, or Sultan Ahmet Camii. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Sultan Ahmet Camii, by traveling 20.8 mi, 21.5 mi, and 22.3 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $36 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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 $861). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$678Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Air CanadaCheapest$681Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$681Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$693Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$700Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$714Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$744Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$746Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$747Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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