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$633+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to the United Arab Emirates

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SAN — DXB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$917
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One-way from

$633
(eDestinos)

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May

Average price

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 11/58:10 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop39h 55mAir Canada
Tue 11/112:05 amDXB - SAN
2 stops42h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$886
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 2/228:49 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops34h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/62:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops34h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$902
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1711:45 amSAN - DXB
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/232:00 amDXB - SAN
2 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$936
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/186:24 amSAN - DXB
2 stops27h 31mQatar Airways
Tue 3/2510:50 pmDXB - SAN
2 stops32h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/710:10 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 55mDelta
Fri 3/141:55 amDXB - SAN
2 stops29h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/19$1,030
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/186:15 amSAN - AUH
2 stops28h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 4/2110:45 pmAUH - SAN
2 stops31h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,233
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/1810:00 amSAN - DXB
1 stop22h 25mEmirates
Tue 3/258:50 amDXB - SAN
1 stop20h 28mEmirates
Deal found 2/19$1,287
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/57:09 amSAN - DXB
2 stops32h 21mTurkish Airlines
Sat 4/127:55 amDXB - SAN
2 stops24h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,331
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Fri 4/181:39 pmSAN - AUH
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/201:35 amAUH - SAN
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,345
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Sat 3/16:10 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 3/92:15 amDXB - SAN
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,367
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Fri 4/187:00 amSAN - AUH
2 stops25h 25mLufthansa
Sun 4/202:15 amAUH - SAN
1 stop24h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$1,397
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Sun 4/69:31 pmSAN - AUH
1 stop27h 59mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/139:30 amAUH - SAN
1 stop34h 52mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,445

Find flights from San Diego to United Arab Emirates within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

United Arab Emirates

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 3/18

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/24

2:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$917

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Mon 3/17

11:45 am-12:05 am

1 stop25h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/23

2:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$936

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 3/18

6:24 am-8:55 pm

2 stops27h 31m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/25

10:50 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$990

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 3/7

10:10 pm-9:05 am

2 stops22h 55m

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/14

1:55 am-8:16 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$1,030

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 5/16

12:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/30

2:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop20h 53m

$1,061

San DiegoAbu Dhabi

SAN - AUH

SANAUH

San Diego

Fri 4/18

6:15 am-9:15 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 4/21

10:45 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$1,233

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 3/18

10:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/25

8:50 am-6:18 pm

1 stop20h 28m

$1,287

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Sat 4/5

7:09 am-2:30 am

2 stops32h 21m

Dubai Intl

Sat 4/12

7:55 am-9:05 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,331

San DiegoAbu Dhabi

SAN - AUH

SANAUH

San Diego

Fri 4/18

1:39 pm-12:35 am

2 stops23h 56m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 4/20

1:35 am-7:32 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,345

San DiegoDubai

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 3/7

6:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop26h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/14

2:15 am-5:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,367

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to United Arab Emirates

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to United Arab Emirates (average of $811). Flying from San Diego to United Arab Emirates 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 AE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in United Arab Emirates by month

Plan your trip to United Arab Emirates by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in United Arab Emirates by month

Plan your trip to United Arab Emirates by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Arab Emirates, 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 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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta and Qatar Airways from San Diego to United Arab Emirates by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to United Arab Emirates from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    Most travelers choose San Diego - Dubai Intl, San Diego - Sharjah or San Diego - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl when deciding on the best route from San Diego to United Arab Emirates.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 Diego to United Arab Emirates.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to United Arab Emirates (average of $811). Flying from San Diego to United Arab Emirates 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$933Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$970Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,028Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,169Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$1,196Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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