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$454+ Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco (SFO)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SFO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$767
(SAUDIA)

One-way from

$454
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,103

Good one-way deal

$1,077 or less
From United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
One-way flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2811:00 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/43:40 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$753
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:00 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/310:50 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$767
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:30 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops33h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/269:00 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$783
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/171:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Mon 9/223:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/13$786
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:30 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/2310:55 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$791
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/181:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Tue 9/233:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/14$795
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Mon 9/223:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/15$800
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Sun 9/213:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/14$808
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/291:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 15mITA Airways
Mon 11/33:05 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop40h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 9/15$810
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Wed 9/243:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/13$812
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/151:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Sat 9/203:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/15$815
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:20 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/610:33 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops28h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$850

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

United Arab Emirates

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/30

11:00 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops30h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

10:50 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$767

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/28

11:00 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops35h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

9:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$783

Abu DhabiSan Francisco

AUH - SFO

AUHSFO

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 10/30

9:20 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops32h 04m

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

10:33 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$850

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 10/5

9:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop20h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

4:05 pm-1:00 am

1 stop21h 55m

$885

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/12

11:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop39h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

$887

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/15

1:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops26h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

8:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$925

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/30

1:55 am-2:43 pm

1 stop23h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

6:35 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$925

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/10

2:15 am-3:29 pm

1 stop25h 14m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

9:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$925

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-1:00 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$925

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/8

1:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop21h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

1:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$934

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from United Arab Emirates 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 AE to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 15, 2025.

When flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways from the United Arab Emirates to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from United Arab Emirates?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco.

  • How popular is this United Arab Emirates to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    For as low as $987, Virgin Atlantic can have you in San Francisco from United Arab Emirates in 32h 04m. There are 8139 mi between United Arab Emirates and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is ITA Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $734. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air India and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco is $1,059. On average you can expect to pay $1,332. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $783.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from United Arab Emirates 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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Top 7 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates to San Francisco. 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$664Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$754Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$836Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$873Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,060Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,420Average$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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