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Cheapest return flight
₹ 79,600
Typical prices: ₹ 75,917-₹ 113,303
Air France, KLM
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
SFO - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 97,215
Typical prices: ₹ 91,700-₹ 116,104
Emirates
Wed 25/4Sun 6/5
SFO - DXB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 16h 05m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 76% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 68,062 (return)
Shortest trip • 20h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dubai (SFO-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Dubai

Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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09:59 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 79,600Delta
Sun, 17 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
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15:10 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 80,172Delta
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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15:10 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 80,362Delta
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar
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07:00 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
28h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:00 - 11:45DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
₹ 80,457Delta
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 14 Feb
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06:00 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
29h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 23:41DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 11m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl
₹ 80,553Delta
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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11:44 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 80,838Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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06:00 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
29h 20m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 81,219Delta
Thu, 18 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar
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08:55 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:00 - 23:11DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
33h 11m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles
₹ 81,410Delta
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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10:21 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
24h 59m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 20:49DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 19m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
₹ 81,505Delta
Thu, 28 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
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12:41 - 23:20SFO  San Francisco-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 39m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 - 12:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 81,695Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Dubai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Dubai. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Dubai at ₹ 80,457 return.
•December (₹ 111,974) and June (₹ 110,069) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Dubai are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Francisco to Dubai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₹ 46,941
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travellers.
One-way 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.
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Your San Francisco to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Dubai:

    • Earliest: departs at 15:40 and lands at 07:45
    • Latest: departs at 16:45 and lands at 08:50.

    The flight takes about 16h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Dubai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Dubai?

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Dubai takes 16h 05m, covering 20,939 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Dubai range from ₹ 75,917 to ₹ 113,303, with an average of ₹ 93,919 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 75,917 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the ₹ 93,919 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from San Francisco to Dubai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 68,062 return via Newark (EWR), compared with ₹ 100,042 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Emirates is the only airline operating San Francisco to Dubai flights. 76% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Francisco to Dubai spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Dubai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 51,559, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 2,537 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Flights from San Francisco to Dubai usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San Francisco to Dubai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Dubai route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 06m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from San Francisco to Dubai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 91,026 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 99,691, a difference of ₹ 8,665.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Only Emirates operates flights between San Francisco and Dubai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Dubai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 04m, compared to 21h 17m via Istanbul (IST) and 22h 10m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Dubai?

    Dubai is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco (Gulf Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to Dubai flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Dubai flights:

    • Emirates: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to Dubai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average ₹ 91,026, which is about ₹ 8,665 less than Friday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Dubai trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 80,457 return in that month – typically ₹ 31,516 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Newark Airport (EWR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 68,062 return on this route – about ₹ 31,981 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai

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Dubai Intl to San Francisco

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