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$349+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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SFO — DXB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$819
(Ovago)

One-way from

$354
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,164

Good round-trip deal

$1,044 or less

Good one-way deal

$880 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 11/173:50 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop29h 10mDelta
Wed 12/311:20 amDXB - SFO
2 stops25h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/30$841
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2412:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 8/292:00 amDXB - SFO
1 stop19h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$843
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2212:40 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/39:55 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$853
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 11/96:00 amSFO - DXB
2 stops27h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 4/125:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$861
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/238:00 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops34h 55mAir India
Sun 10/57:15 pmDXB - SFO
1 stop33h 45mAir India
Deal found 7/30$867
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/53:15 pmSFO - DXB
1 stop41h 10mITA Airways
Thu 8/141:50 amDXB - SFO
1 stop22h 35mITA Airways
Deal found 7/29$868
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/1412:00 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops44h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 9/38:30 pmDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$879
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1012:05 amSFO - DXB
1 stop34h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 8/2710:55 pmDXB - SFO
1 stop23h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$891
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 10/110:55 pmSFO - DXB
2 stops30h 50mSAUDIA
Mon 11/176:15 pmDXB - SFO
2 stops36h 39mSAUDIA
Deal found 7/29$893

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Dubai that are best for you.

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SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

12:40 pm-5:55 am

1 stop30h 15m

Dubai Intl

Fri 8/29

2:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

$843

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:40 pm-2:30 am

1 stop26h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/3

9:55 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$853

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

8:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops34h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 10/5

7:15 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$867

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

3:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop41h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/14

1:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$868

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop43h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/21

8:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$871

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

11:32 am-8:55 pm

2 stops22h 23m

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/17

11:25 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$883

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

12:05 am-9:35 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Dubai Intl

Wed 8/27

10:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop23h 35m

$891

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

10:55 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/18

11:00 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops31h 54m

$893

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

10:31 am-11:00 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/26

1:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop21h 45m

$895

San FranciscoDubai

SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

8:45 am-8:35 pm

3 stops48h 50m

$349

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Dubai flights

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

For a stress-free departure, use SFO's AirTrain to quickly navigate between terminals and reach your gate efficiently.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
DXB

Upon arrival at DXB, use the Dubai Metro for a quick and cost-effective way to reach the city center.

Read more about DXBby Ramsey Qubein
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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 San Francisco to Dubai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Dubai. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you should look to book at least 66 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 Francisco to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Dubai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dubai. 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to DXB 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 much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Dubai?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dubai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Dubai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Paris (CDG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $871.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Dubai?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Dubai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 55m.

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 July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Dubai, such as Delta, KLM, and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
627 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you will be flying from San Francisco to Dubai Intl. Flights to Dubai Intl (DXB) from San Francisco (SFO) take 15h 35m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Dubai per day from 14 airlines.

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

    The San Francisco to Dubai Intl flight path was viewed by 325 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Turkish Airlines, at $819, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include KLM and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $354 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and KLM, with prices starting from $397 and $427, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $767. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $649 on average our data indicates $4,275 when flying from San Francisco to Dubai.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Dubai?

    San Francisco to Dubai flights have a layover in Istanbul most often. Doha sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Dubai flights. Amsterdam comes in third as the most popular layover location on San Francisco to Dubai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    If you're on a layover in Istanbul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Beyazit Meydani. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani, by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $52 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Doha?

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Doha at the moment. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can rent a car at Doha Hamad Intl for an average daily rate of $19 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Amsterdam?

    The majority of Amsterdam visitors spend their time at Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis. Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis are located about 6.0 mi, 6.0 mi, and 6.8 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travelers can rent a car at Amsterdam Schiphol for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Dubai flights?

    San Francisco to Dubai flights have a layover in Paris least often. San Francisco to Dubai flights stopping in London are the next rarest.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San Francisco 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Dubai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$616Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China EasternCheapest$671Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$688Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$734Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$742Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$799Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$832Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Cathay PacificCheapest$845Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$860Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$898Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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