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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Dubai from C$ 754

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai departing on 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai (SFO-DXB)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dubai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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4:10 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.SFO-DXB
17h 45m1 stop
5:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.DXB-SFO
19h 20m1 stop
C$ 1,139Qatar Airways
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Sun, 29 Sep - Sat, 12 Oct
6:35 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.SFO-DXB
18h 45m1 stop
7:35 a.m. - 4:40 p.m.DXB-SFO
20h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,145Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 15 Sep - Tue, 24 Sep
3:45 p.m. - 8:40 a.m.SFO-DXB
28h 55m2 stops
1:55 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.DXB-SFO
21h 55m1 stop
C$ 1,206Delta
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Mon, 4 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
1:20 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-DXB
22h 40m2 stops
12:40 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.DXB-SFO
28h 20m1 stop
C$ 1,212Delta
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Wed, 2 Oct - Tue, 8 Oct
12:55 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-DXB
23h 05m2 stops
12:55 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.DXB-SFO
21h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,222KLM
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Tue, 1 Oct - Thu, 10 Oct
2:25 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-DXB
21h 35m2 stops
12:55 a.m. - 3:54 p.m.DXB-SFO
25h 59m2 stops
C$ 1,235KLM
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Tue, 1 Oct - Wed, 9 Oct
3:00 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.SFO-DXB
20h 35m1 stop
12:40 a.m. - 11:12 p.m.DXB-SFO
33h 32m2 stops
C$ 1,422Air France
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Mon, 9 Sep - Sun, 15 Sep
11:35 a.m. - 10:35 p.m.SFO-DXB
24h 00m2 stops
12:40 a.m. - 11:12 p.m.DXB-SFO
33h 32m2 stops
C$ 1,429Air France
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Mon, 9 Sep - Sun, 15 Sep
5:05 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
9:10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
C$ 1,444Emirates
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Tue, 24 Sep - Thu, 3 Oct
5:05 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
9:10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
C$ 1,513Emirates
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Thu, 3 Oct - Wed, 9 Oct

Flights from San Francisco to Dubai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Dubai is January, where tickets cost C$ 1,245 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 2,141 and C$ 2,014 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Dubai, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 63 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Francisco to Dubai found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for C$ 1,139 on Qatar Airways, followed by Turkish Airlines (C$ 1,145). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as C$ 754 on Turkish Airlines and from C$ 787 on Delta.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Dubai per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San Francisco and lands in Dubai, with an average flight time of 15h 35m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Dubai?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Dubai take?

Direct flights take on average 15h 35m to travel the 20,939 km between San Francisco and Dubai.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Dubai?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 5:05 pm and will be landing in Dubai at 7:40 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Dubai?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Dubai jets off at 5:05 pm and lands at 7:40 pm.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 754
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Dubai

When to book flights from San Francisco to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Dubai

  • How do I find something lost at Dubai International airport?

    If your luggage disappears while it is in transit, you will need to get in touch with the airline that you were flying with. On the other hand, if the very unlikely event occurs when your baggage goes missing while you are using the airport's services, the service providers will work together with you to find a solution to the issue.

  • Can you rent a car from Dubai International Airport?

    At Dubai International Airport, it is simple to rent a vehicle since there is a branch of Hertz Car Rental situated at the arrivals area of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Visitors are only permitted to drive rented automobiles if they possess a full license and the proper insurance for the vehicle.

  • What transportation options are there from Dubai International Airport to the city center?

    There is a train that runs directly between the Airport Terminal 3 Metro Station 2 station and the Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 station. This train leaves the station and arrives there. The services are available around the clock and leave once every 5min. The trip takes roughly 24min.

  • What time should I arrive at the San Francisco Airport (SFO) for my flight?

    SFO recommends that you contact your airline directly to inquire about the suggested arrival time for your flight. The majority of airlines recommend arriving at the airport 2h before departure for domestic flights. Most airlines suggest getting to the airport 3h before the departure time of an overseas trip. Most airlines that provide international service demand that you check-in at least 1h before your flight is scheduled to leave, and at that point, the ticket booths may shut.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai was C$ 549 for a one-way ticket and C$ 829 for a round-trip.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-200LR is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Dubai flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Dubai?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,461 or less round-trip.
  • No matter which airline you are traveling with to your destination, you may use San Francisco Airport (SFO) lounges at a discounted rate. It is the greatest option for a flight connection, flight cancellation, early morning check-in, and breakfast. They provide comfortable seating, complimentary refreshments, and an assortment of alcoholic beverages, spirits, and liquors and are equipped with showers, Wi-Fi, and food.
  • The San Francisco International Airport features several private nursing mothers' rooms that are large, attractive, and roomy. These facilities are accessible both before and after passengers clear security in Terminals 1, 2, and 3.
  • If you are traveling with a pet, you can visit pet relief zones at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is accessible within and outside the terminals. It has facilities that are necessary for pets such as drinking spaces equipped with bowls and waste areas with mutt mitt dispensers and are open 24h.
  • If you don't have a cell phone, the Dubai International Airport (DXB) has internet kiosks near the Global Link (Gate C16). People with an Etisalat internet account or who swipe a credit card can use these touch-screen kiosks.
  • Before departing from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), passengers may request special assistance to help them get through security and to their gate. Accessible bathrooms and other assistance are available at the airport for passengers with impairments that are not readily apparent. As for the arrival airport, Dubai International Airport (DXB) provides wheelchairs and adapted bathrooms.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Dubai?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Dubai Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Dubai Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

Emirates

Emirates

Wednesday

Emirates

Emirates

Thursday

Emirates

Emirates

Friday

Emirates

Emirates

Saturday

Emirates

Emirates

Sunday

Emirates

Emirates

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Nonstop returns

Dubai Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Emirates

Emirates

Tuesday

Emirates

Emirates

Wednesday

Emirates

Emirates

Thursday

Emirates

Emirates

Friday

Emirates

Emirates

Saturday

Emirates

Emirates

Sunday

Emirates

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
24/7Wed
1 stopTurkish Airlines
18h 45mSFO-DXB
C$ 754
23/7Tue
2 stopsDelta
28h 25mSFO-DXB
C$ 787
20/7Sat
1 stopKLM
22h 10mSFO-DXB
C$ 790
20/7Sat
2 stopsDelta
25h 40mSFO-DXB
C$ 796
24/7Wed
2 stopsQatar Airways
22h 55mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,022
12/7Fri
directEmirates
15h 35mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,058
25/7Thu
2 stopsQatar Airways
22h 55mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,091
11/7Thu
2 stopsUnited Airlines
31h 23mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,103
31/5Fri
1 stopKLM
22h 10mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,135
6/6Thu
directEmirates
15h 35mSFO-DXB
C$ 1,239

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Dubai

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Dubai that are departing in the next 10 days.
13/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
22h 10mSFO-DXB
9/6Sun
multi-stopDelta
23h 05mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,206
13/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
25h 05mSFO-DXB
9/6Sun
multi-stopDelta
23h 05mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,212
14/5Tue
multi-stopKLM
22h 45mSFO-DXB
28/9Sat
multi-stopKLM
22h 05mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,455
14/5Tue
multi-stop
20h 05mSFO-DXB
10/6Mon
multi-stop
24h 32mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,505
14/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
20h 05mSFO-DXB
29/9Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
23h 48mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,510
14/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
38h 25mSFO-DXB
29/9Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
28h 03mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,517
14/5Tue
multi-stopSWISS
20h 05mSFO-DXB
10/6Mon
multi-stopSWISS
25h 50mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,521
14/5Tue
multi-stopSWISS
38h 20mSFO-DXB
10/6Mon
multi-stopSWISS
25h 50mDXB-SFO
C$ 1,544
12/5Sun
multi-stopKLM
22h 10mSFO-DXB
3/7Wed
multi-stopKLM
24h 22mDXB-SFO
C$ 2,086
10/5Fri
multi-stop
31h 26mSFO-DXB
15/5Wed
multi-stop
27h 53mDXB-SFO
C$ 2,668

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San Francisco - Dubai Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (undefined)United States

Destination:

Dubai (DXB)United Arab Emirates

Cabin classes:

C$ 3,085
C$ 1,408

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