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$726+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO)

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DXB — SFO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or March, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$769
(SAUDIA)

One-way from

$726
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,034

Good round-trip deal

$1,483 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,081 or less
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/231:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Sun 9/283:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$791
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Wed 9/241:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Mon 9/293:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/11$794
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Tue 9/163:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$795
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Tue 10/71:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Wed 10/153:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$799
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Tue 9/301:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Sun 10/53:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$809
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Tue 9/161:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Sun 9/213:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$811
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Wed 9/101:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Mon 9/153:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$814
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Wed 9/171:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Wed 10/13:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/11$830
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Tue 12/211:00 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops35h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/2810:55 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$833
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Mon 11/1011:20 amDXB - SFO
1 stop39h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 11/144:30 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop28h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/11$840

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai to San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to San Francisco that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Price

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Fri 10/24

10:30 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

10:50 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$923

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/7

1:55 am-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$925

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/2

10:00 am-12:47 pm

2 stops38h 47m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$935

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/5

1:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

4:15 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 45m

$942

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/4

1:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

2:00 pm-9:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

$942

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/5

2:15 am-3:35 pm

2 stops25h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

10:40 am-11:45 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$943

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/2

2:15 am-3:35 pm

2 stops25h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

5:20 pm-7:40 am

2 stops26h 20m

$944

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

1:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

$946

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/2

1:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

$946

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

1:30 am-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

4:15 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 45m

$951

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The best insider tips for Dubai to San Francisco flights

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

For a quick departure, use the Dubai Metro's Red Line to reach Terminals 1 and 3 efficiently, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about DXBby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Upon arrival at SFO, the BART system offers a cost-effective 40-minute ride to downtown San Francisco.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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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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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to San Francisco is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 DXB to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways from Dubai to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to San Francisco. 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

    To fly from Dubai to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Dubai Intl take 15h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Dubai Intl to San Francisco offered by 7 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Dubai Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 3 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

    A quick flight from Dubai to San Francisco can take about 21h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $942. Airlines will cover a distance of 8084 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $664, Delta will fly you from Dubai to San Francisco and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from ITA Airways and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $754 and $836, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dubai to San Francisco for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,635 for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $1,059 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $775.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$664Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$754Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$836Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$873Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,234Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,420Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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