United Arab Emirates

$387+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to the United Arab Emirates

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SFO — DXB
Jan 9 — Jan 161
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/265:00 amSFO - DXB
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/101:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$727
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Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mLufthansa
Mon 12/159:20 amDXB - SFO
2 stops27h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/8$730
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Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/131:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$738
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop21h 50mLufthansa
Fri 12/121:30 amDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/8$758
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/82:50 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/142:15 amDXB - SFO
2 stops28h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$766
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Wed 12/317:25 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/159:20 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$775
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Thu 12/118:30 amSFO - DXB
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/151:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$778
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Sat 12/274:30 pmSFO - SHJ
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1511:35 pmSHJ - SFO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,225
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Tue 12/93:00 pmSFO - SHJ
1 stop17h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 12/1611:55 pmSHJ - SFO
1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:00 amSFO - SHJ
2 stops28h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 12/179:50 pmSHJ - SFO
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/93:00 pmSFO - SHJ
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/118:00 amSHJ - SFO
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,270
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Thu 12/114:30 pmSFO - SHJ
2 stops42h 05mAir India
Sun 12/219:35 pmSHJ - SFO
1 stop26h 50mAir India
Deal found 12/8$1,292

Find flight deals from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$676
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$387
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,383

Good round-trip deal

$1,032 or less

Good one-way deal

$826 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Dubai Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to United Arab Emirates
One-way flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates 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 December 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

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United Arab Emirates

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

12:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop45h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 1/21

11:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

$676

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/26

1:50 am-5:36 pm

2 stops27h 46m

$712

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

7:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/27

1:50 am-11:00 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$712

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

6:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/11

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$717

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

9:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/9

9:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$717

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

7:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop38h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/21

1:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$723

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

9:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop21h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/21

1:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$727

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

7:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop38h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/22

1:50 am-7:09 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$733

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

12:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop45h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 1/31

9:20 pm-9:00 am

2 stops47h 40m

$736

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

7:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/16

1:30 am-5:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$737

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates (average of $641). Flying from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,047). 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 AE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 10, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 44% on flights from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. 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 December 10, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to AE0 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).

How often are flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between San Francisco and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the last year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated December 10, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to the United Arab Emirates, such as Emirates, Delta, and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to United Arab Emirates from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

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

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates can take about 25h 40m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $712. The distance from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates is about 8084 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $340. Users have also found prices from $355 and $409 on Qatar Airways and SAUDIA, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates?

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

    On average you can expect to pay $4,241 for a flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is $644 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $676.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates (average of $641). Flying from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,047). 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 United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to United Arab Emirates. 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 December 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$616Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$642Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$645Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$688Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$696Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$698Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$722Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$736Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$744Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$744Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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