$412 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dubai (SFO-DXB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $412 for one-way flights and $690 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, May 6
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$690 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$690
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Wed, May 6, priced at $690 found 5 days ago
United
Fri, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$692 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$692
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $692 found 9 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 22
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$724 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $724 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 5
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$738 Roundtrip, just found
$738
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $738 just found
Air Canada
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$739 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$739
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $739 found 11 hours ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 26
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$755 Roundtrip, just found
$755
Roundtrip
just found
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $755 just found
Austrian Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$760 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$760
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $760 found 18 hours ago
Delta
Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Jan 20
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$761 Roundtrip, just found
$761
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $761 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 23
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$773 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$773
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $773 found 1 hour ago
KLM
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 26
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$797 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$797
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $797 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $677 - $1,223 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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SHJ
Sharjah Intl.
Average driving time to city center24 min
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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Dubai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Air India, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Emirates, ITA Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$689
Distance
8090 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 45 mins

San Francisco to Dubai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Dubai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Dubai are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Dubai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Dubai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Dubai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Dubai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $412 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Dubai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Dubai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $412 or cheap return flight from $690 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
April is the least expensive month to fly from SFO to DXB. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
Catch a nonstop flight with Emirates and journey straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SFO to DXB flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs each day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB). Want additional options? Use Expedia's filters to find flights with layovers and add a new stop to your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
Flights between SFO and DXB are busiest at 3 PM. If you're after a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to DXB?
Saturday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s first flight to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) departs at approximately 3:40PM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 15h 45m, you'll land at around 7:25PM UTC+4.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
The average flight time from SFO to DXB is 15 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 8,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to DXB?
With 80% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, Emirates has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Dubai from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai, Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SFO to DXB shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SFO to DXB flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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