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$708+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DXB
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$906
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$708
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,123
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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 March 26, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:10 amSAN - DXB
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/312:05 amDXB - SAN
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$904
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 4/1310:00 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/241:55 amDXB - SAN
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$906
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3112:40 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop20h 05mAir Canada
Sun 4/61:25 amDXB - SAN
1 stop21h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$970
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/81:55 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Wed 5/141:00 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Deal found 3/24$980
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 10/227:05 amSAN - DXB
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 11/211:25 pmDXB - SAN
2 stops30h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/24$993
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/221:35 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 25mDelta
Tue 10/2810:40 amDXB - SAN
2 stops33h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/24$1,005
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:25 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops44h 40mSWISS
Thu 5/151:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops30h 40mSWISS
Deal found 3/24$1,071
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:45 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Sun 11/29:20 amDXB - SAN
1 stop42h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 3/24$1,175
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:00 amSAN - DXB
1 stop22h 40mEmirates
Wed 5/219:10 amDXB - SAN
1 stop20h 23mEmirates
Deal found 3/24$1,284
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/1412:30 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/211:55 pmDXB - SAN
2 stops41h 26mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,434
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 9/137:50 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop24h 45mBritish Airways
Fri 9/191:30 amDXB - SAN
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/24$1,886
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/29:30 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops31h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/165:10 pmDXB - SAN
3 stops33h 28mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/25$1,986

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Dubai 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Dubai that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Dubai

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Depart

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San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sun 4/13

10:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/24

1:55 am-1:43 pm

1 stop22h 48m

$906

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 5/8

1:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/14

1:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$980

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 9/13

9:36 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops36h 49m

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/20

5:50 am-8:01 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$994

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 9/13

12:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 9/19

12:50 am-6:20 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,026

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 5/14

12:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/20

1:25 am-11:53 am

1 stop21h 28m

$1,061

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 5/9

1:25 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops44h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/15

1:15 am-8:55 pm

3 stops30h 40m

$1,071

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 5/14

10:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/21

9:10 am-6:33 pm

1 stop20h 23m

$1,284

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 6/18

10:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/17

1:00 am-11:13 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$1,335

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 4/14

12:30 pm-12:20 am

2 stops24h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/21

1:55 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,434

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 9/13

7:50 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 9/19

1:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$1,886

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Dubai

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 March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Dubai, you should look to book at least 84 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 March 26, 2025.

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 March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM 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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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 United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $906. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at $970 and $980, respectively. United Airlines is 26% 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 United Airlines ($845), Air Canada ($1,035), and Emirates ($1,408).

  • 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai

Discover the top 5 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$918Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$933Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,028Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$1,169Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$1,196Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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