Cheap flights from California to Middle East from $406

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — DXB
May 5 — May 121

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Middle East?

Users have found that booking a flight from California to Middle East at least 55 days early can save you up to 37% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 55 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from California to Middle East for as little as $1,146 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,222 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Middle East?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Middle East. Flights to Middle East from California in April are about $1,126 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $668.

When is the cheapest time to fly from California to Middle East (CA - ME)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Middle East as you normally would.

Cheap Air France flights from California to Middle East

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between California and Middle East. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Sun 5/266:30 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop41h 05mAir France
Sun 6/912:40 amDXB - LAX
1 stop28h 55mAir France
Deal found 4/29$865
Thu 5/94:50 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops42h 45mAir France
Mon 6/312:40 amDXB - LAX
2 stops32h 55mAir France
Deal found 4/29$909

Cheap Emirates flights from California to Middle East

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between California and Middle East. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Tue 9/104:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Tue 9/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$943
Mon 5/64:40 pmLAX - BEY
1 stop39h 35mEmirates
Fri 5/1710:55 pmBEY - LAX
1 stop25h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,000
Mon 5/64:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Mon 5/208:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,017
Wed 5/85:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Fri 5/319:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,031
Fri 5/104:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Fri 5/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,032
Mon 5/135:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Wed 5/299:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,039
Fri 5/104:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Fri 5/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,053
Sun 5/55:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Thu 6/69:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,061
Wed 5/84:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Mon 5/138:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,062

Cheap California to Middle East flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from California to Middle East specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Prices were last updated on April 30, 2024.
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - AMM
1 stop27h 15mSAUDIA
Sat 5/254:15 amAMM - LAX
1 stop21h 15mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$709
Mon 5/611:40 amLAX - DXB
2 stops23h 55mAir Canada
Sun 5/192:00 amDXB - LAX
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$757
Mon 5/136:00 amONT - DXB
2 stops50h 45mAir Canada
Tue 5/212:00 amDXB - ONT
2 stops32h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$761
Sun 5/1911:23 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops34h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/271:15 amDXB - LAX
2 stops30h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$763
Fri 5/173:15 pmSFO - TLV
1 stop36h 15mITA Airways
Thu 5/302:30 pmTLV - SFO
1 stop32h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 4/29$763
Tue 5/72:55 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/231:15 amDXB - LAX
1 stop26h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$764
Mon 5/65:35 amLAX - DXB
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/1112:50 amDXB - LAX
2 stops31h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$766
Wed 5/86:00 amONT - DXB
2 stops50h 45mAir Canada
Sun 5/122:00 amDXB - ONT
2 stops56h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$766
Fri 5/102:56 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops41h 49mAir Canada
Sat 5/182:00 amDXB - LAX
2 stops42h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$767

California to Middle East 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between California and Middle East in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - AMM
1 stop27h 15mSAUDIA
Sat 5/254:15 amAMM - LAX
1 stop21h 15mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$709
Sat 10/58:50 pmLAX - TLV
1 stop21h 30mVueling
Mon 10/215:05 amTLV - LAX
1 stop23h 05mVueling
Deal found 4/29$751
Thu 11/72:50 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1811:25 pmDXB - SFO
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$755
Mon 5/611:40 amLAX - DXB
2 stops23h 55mAir Canada
Sun 5/192:00 amDXB - LAX
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$757
Sat 11/95:30 amLAX - DXB
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/209:20 amDXB - LAX
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$758
Mon 5/136:00 amONT - DXB
2 stops50h 45mAir Canada
Tue 5/212:00 amDXB - ONT
2 stops32h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$761
Tue 11/123:10 pmSFO - TLV
1 stop37h 10mITA Airways
Fri 11/223:20 pmTLV - SFO
1 stop31h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 4/29$762
Sun 5/1911:23 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops34h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/271:15 amDXB - LAX
2 stops30h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$763
Fri 5/173:15 pmSFO - TLV
1 stop36h 15mITA Airways
Thu 5/302:30 pmTLV - SFO
1 stop32h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 4/29$763

Non-stop flights to Middle East from California

Discover non-stop flight options from California to Middle East. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Tue 9/104:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Tue 9/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$943
Sun 5/124:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Fri 5/318:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$988
Sun 5/124:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Thu 6/138:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,023
Tue 10/85:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Mon 10/149:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,031
Mon 5/134:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Fri 5/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,031
Fri 5/104:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Fri 5/178:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,032
Thu 9/54:40 pmLAX - DXB
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Wed 9/188:55 amDXB - LAX
Nonstop16h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,034
Mon 5/135:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Wed 5/299:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,039
Wed 9/255:05 pmSFO - DXB
Nonstop15h 35mEmirates
Thu 10/109:10 amDXB - SFO
Nonstop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,051

California to Middle East flights leaving soon

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Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 30mSAUDIA
Fri 5/1711:00 pmDXB - LAX
1 stop27h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$630
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 30mSAUDIA
Fri 5/1711:00 pmDXB - LAX
1 stop27h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$643
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 30mSAUDIA
Fri 5/179:00 pmDXB - LAX
1 stop29h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$644
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop27h 35mSAUDIA
Thu 5/234:20 amDXB - LAX
1 stop22h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$646
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 30mSAUDIA
Fri 5/179:00 pmDXB - LAX
1 stop29h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$654
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop26h 00mSAUDIA
Sun 5/1911:00 pmDXB - LAX
1 stop27h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/30$658
Mon 5/68:15 amLAX - DXB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/192:00 amDXB - LAX
1 stop41h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$715
Wed 5/810:30 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops34h 15mAir Canada
Sun 5/192:00 amDXB - LAX
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$720
Mon 5/610:30 pmLAX - DXB
2 stops34h 15mAir Canada
Sun 5/192:00 amDXB - LAX
2 stops30h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$721

One-way flights to Middle East from California

Search for one-way flight options from California to Middle East. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop27h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$406
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop27h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$409
Mon 5/63:20 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 15mAir France
Deal found 4/29$418
Sun 5/51:50 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 4/29$424
Fri 5/102:00 pmLAX - DXB
1 stop20h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$425
Sun 5/59:35 amLAX - DXB
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/29$429
Sun 5/52:00 pmONT - DXB
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Deal found 4/29$429
Mon 8/126:05 pmSFO - TLV
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$438
Thu 7/42:41 pmSFO - TLV
3 stops58h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$469

Find flights from California to Middle East within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Middle East 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 2,948,547 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2024.

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Budget

$630 - $791

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Fri 5/10

1 stop20h 30m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/17

1 stop27h 30m

$630

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Tue 9/10

1 stop23h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop20h 55m

$694

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Mon 10/7

1 stop34h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/5

1 stop32h 43m

$702

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Tue 10/8

1 stop19h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/21

1 stop23h 34m

$723

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Thu 5/16

1 stop38h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop26h 00m

$734

Los AngelesTel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

LAX - TLV

LAXTLV

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

1 stop21h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Mon 10/21

1 stop23h 05m

$751

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Thu 5/16

2 stops27h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/22

1 stop32h 00m

$752

San FranciscoTel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

SFO - TLV

SFOTLV

San Francisco

Fri 5/17

1 stop36h 15m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop32h 45m

$763

Los AngelesDubai Intl

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Fri 5/10

2 stops22h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/24

1 stop27h 05m

$791

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Deals found on 4/29

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Reviews of airlines servicing Middle East

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Middle East. 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 Middle East. Reviews last updated April 30, 2024.
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8.1
Very good
10,913 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.9
Good
1,618 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.9
Good
1,123 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.8
Good
2,043 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,051 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

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  • Can I find flights from California to Middle East for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Middle East for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on SAUDIA for just $630, but on average you can expect to pay $704.

  • Are there nonstop flights from California to Middle East for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Middle East under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Middle East is less than $1,048.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to Middle East for under $700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Middle East within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • How popular is this California to Middle East flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Middle East one-way?

    $406 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SAUDIA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air France and KLM, with prices starting from $418 and $424, respectively.

  • What does LAX to DXB mean?

    Great question - LAX to DXB just means Los Angeles Airport to Dubai Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV), Doha Hamad Intl Airport (DOH), Beirut Airport (BEY), Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport (JED), Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Middle East that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Middle East flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Middle East with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Middle East flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Middle East that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Middle East flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Middle East.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Middle East that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Middle East offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Middle East?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to Middle East flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to Middle East flight deals updated?

    The California to Middle East flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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SAUDIACheapest$628Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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SWISSCheapest$661Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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ITA AirwaysCheapest$710Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air FranceCheapest$751Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest$767Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest$812Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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