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$448+ 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DXB
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Tue 6/16
Tue 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 17, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:20 am
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1110:25 pm
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$859
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 10/2310:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops33h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 10/301:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$860
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/811:50 pm
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops31h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 11/201:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops34h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14$864
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/313:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/85:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
2 stops23h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$865
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/253:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/611:25 pm
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$866
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/148:45 am
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop22h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 11/161:30 am
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop30h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$869
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/314:31 pm
SFO
-
DXB
2 stops41h 54m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/911:25 pm
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$871
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:25 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop38h 50m
SWISS
Thu 11/261:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 5/13$874
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/63:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/185:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$875
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/85:50 am
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$876
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/13:55 pm
SFO
-
DXB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/911:00 pm
DXB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/12$877

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 May 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$859
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$448
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,062

Good round-trip deal

$1,028 or less

Good one-way deal

$716 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 May 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Dubai that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 10/23

11:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 10/30

1:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$861

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

11:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 11/7

1:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$861

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

11:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 11/20

1:50 am-12:29 am

2 stops34h 39m

$864

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

3:37 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops20h 23m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/7

1:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop21h 45m

$902

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

5:36 am-11:00 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/7

1:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop21h 45m

$902

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

4:05 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops43h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/23

1:00 am-5:18 pm

2 stops27h 18m

$919
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

5:05 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop15h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/7

9:10 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,021

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

10:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop37h 05m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/19

12:40 am-4:49 pm

2 stops27h 09m

$1,024

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 6/16

5:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/22

12:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$1,064

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 6/29

8:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop39h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/11

12:40 am-6:52 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$1,076

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
BusinessClassPrice 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 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.

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you should look to book at least 80 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 $829). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 May 17, 2026.

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?

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
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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.

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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.

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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 May 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Dubai, such as Emirates,Delta, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,370 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,570 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

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 14 airlines.

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

    The San Francisco to Dubai Intl flight path was viewed by 295 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 20h 23m. 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?

    SWISS, at $637, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish 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?

    $342 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 Air Canada and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $367 and $369, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $660. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $796 on average, our data indicates $4,405 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.

  • 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 $43 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 Doha 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 $829). Flying from San Francisco to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 May 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$637Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$640Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$669Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$678Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air IndiaCheapest$688Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$692Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$700Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$736Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$744Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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