Dubai

$461+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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SAN — DXB
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Diego to Dubai Intl are usually found in April or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$926
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$461
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,912
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From San Diego to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Dubai Intl
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:40 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/309:55 amDXB - SAN
1 stop24h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,614
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:35 amSAN - DXB
2 stops42h 10mRoyal Jordanian
Wed 1/17:00 amDXB - SAN
2 stops28h 40mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/17$1,968
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:30 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops48h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 1/292:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops31h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,997
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:05 pmSAN - DXB
3 stops47h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/312:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops30h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,186
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:00 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops34h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/305:10 pmDXB - SAN
3 stops34h 47mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$2,617
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/277:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2811:00 pmDXB - SAN
2 stops35h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,891
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:50 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop20h 15mAir Canada
Sat 1/41:30 amDXB - SAN
1 stop22h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$4,021
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/215:20 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop26h 10mLufthansa
Sun 1/59:20 amDXB - SAN
1 stop42h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$5,391

Find flights from San Diego to Dubai within your budget

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San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 1/22

6:15 am-3:10 am

3 stops32h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/28

2:50 am-10:18 pm

3 stops31h 28m

$926

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 2/27

10:35 am-8:55 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/5

5:20 am-8:22 pm

2 stops27h 02m

$975

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 2/6

4:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/11

2:05 am-12:14 am

2 stops34h 09m

$1,060

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 2/1

7:43 pm-7:40 pm

3 stops35h 57m

Dubai Intl

Sat 2/15

9:20 am-12:14 am

2 stops26h 54m

$1,132

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 2/24

5:20 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/3

9:20 am-10:30 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,154

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 1/15

10:58 am-9:00 am

2 stops34h 02m

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/18

1:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$1,160

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 1/17

10:58 am-9:00 am

2 stops34h 02m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/28

11:00 am-10:18 am

2 stops35h 18m

$1,212

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 1/9

6:10 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/20

2:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,366

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 1/9

9:29 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/15

12:35 am-10:41 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$1,418

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 1/7

9:00 pm-4:10 am

3 stops43h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/5

5:10 pm-3:57 pm

3 stops34h 47m

$1,681

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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 Diego to Dubai in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Diego-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 Diego-Dubai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Dubai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Dubai, you should look to book at least 58 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 Diego to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). 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 SAN to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Dubai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Dubai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Dubai flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 December 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, British Airways and Ethiopian Air from San Diego to Dubai have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $975. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,060 and $1,132, respectively. Qatar Airways is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Dubai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Dubai are Qatar Airways ($616), Emirates ($927), and Ethiopian Air ($934).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). 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 San Diego to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$936Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$947Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$970Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,014Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,332Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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