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£610 Find cheap flights from Dubai to San Francisco

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Cheap flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco (DXB-SFO)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Dubai to San Francisco currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. 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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01:55 - 17:45DXB-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
16:40 - 19:35SFO-DXB
39h 55m1 stop
Wed, 2 Oct - Thu, 31 Oct
01:55 - 17:45DXB-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
22:45 - 19:35SFO-DXB
32h 50m1 stop
Mon, 21 Oct - Sat, 9 Nov
01:15 - 16:05DXB-SFO
25h 50m1 stop
14:20 - 21:05SFO-DXB
19h 45m1 stop
£670SWISS
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Mon, 17 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
02:10 - 18:35DXB-SFO
28h 25m1 stop
16:30 - 08:30SFO-DXB
28h 00m1 stop
£712British Airways
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Tue, 12 Nov - Sun, 17 Nov
12:05 - 13:15DXB-SFO
36h 10m1 stop
15:30 - 08:35SFO-DXB
30h 05m1 stop
£717British Airways
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Tue, 11 Jun - Wed, 11 Sep
02:10 - 15:15DXB-SFO
25h 05m2 stops
20:45 - 07:45SFO-DXB
23h 00m1 stop
£729British Airways
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Tue, 12 Nov - Sun, 17 Nov
00:40 - 12:45DXB-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
15:00 - 22:35SFO-DXB
20h 35m1 stop
£736Delta
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Sun, 16 Jun - Sun, 30 Jun
00:55 - 15:55DXB-SFO
26h 00m2 stops
14:25 - 23:00SFO-DXB
21h 35m2 stops
£738KLM
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Mon, 10 Jun - Tue, 13 Aug
00:40 - 12:45DXB-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
15:00 - 22:35SFO-DXB
20h 35m1 stop
£739Delta
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Sat, 8 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun
00:55 - 11:45DXB-SFO
21h 50m1 stop
14:25 - 23:00SFO-DXB
21h 35m2 stops
£741KLM
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Mon, 10 Jun - Tue, 13 Aug
00:40 - 12:45DXB-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
£610Delta
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Mon, 30 Sep
00:55 - 14:23DXB-SFO
24h 28m2 stops
£613KLM
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Wed, 19 Jun
01:05 - 13:15DXB-SFO
23h 10m1 stop
£641British Airways
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Sun, 6 Oct
13:15 - 13:50DXB-SFO
35h 35m1 stop
£674Qatar Airways
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Mon, 7 Oct
01:25 - 18:06DXB-SFO
27h 41m2 stops
£681British Airways
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Fri, 24 May
11:45 - 13:50DXB-SFO
37h 05m1 stop
£748Qatar Airways
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Sun, 30 Jun
01:55 - 22:00DXB-SFO
31h 05m3 stops
£814United Airlines
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Thu, 30 May
00:50 - 16:00DXB-SFO
26h 10m1 stop
£833Lufthansa
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Sun, 30 Jun
00:50 - 13:25DXB-SFO
23h 35m2 stops
£864Lufthansa
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Sun, 30 Jun
01:55 - 22:00DXB-SFO
31h 05m3 stops
£1,227United Airlines
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Fri, 9 Aug
00:55 - 11:45DXB-SFO
21h 50m1 stop
13:55 - 23:00SFO-DXB
22h 05m1 stop
£4,317KLM
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 4 Jun
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£1,168Emirates
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Sun, 9 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£1,379Emirates
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Sun, 9 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£1,958Emirates
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Mon, 19 Aug - Tue, 20 Aug
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£2,229Emirates
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Thu, 18 Jul - Thu, 5 Sep
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£11,446Emirates
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Sat, 15 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
£12,556Emirates
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Fri, 21 Jun - Fri, 28 Jun

Flights from Dubai to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Dubai to San Francisco, 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 Dubai to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost £683 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of tickets is £1,208 and £1,178 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Dubai to San Francisco, 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 Dubai to San Francisco, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 48 days before departure.

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

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Delta (£610) and KLM (£613). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on SWISS (£670) and British Airways (£712).

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

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Dubai and lands in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 15h 50m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

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

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 Dubai to San Francisco take?

Direct flights from Dubai generally make it to San Francisco in 15h 50m. The flying distance between the two cities is 8,084 miles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Dubai at 09:10 and will be landing in San Francisco at 14:00.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Dubai to San Francisco jets off at 09:10 and lands at 14:00.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Dubai to San Francisco

Low season

February

High season

July

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£610
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Dubai to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 Dubai to San Francisco

  • What are the most popular layovers between Dubai and San Francisco?

    Depending on the airline, passengers on connecting flights from Dubai to San Francisco will have different stopovers. For instance, passengers on British Airways will have a stopover at London Heathrow (LHR) Airport, while passengers on Turkish Airlines will stop at Istanbul Airport (IST). The layover time lasts from 1 hour up to 9 hours.

  • Which airline flying from Dubai to San Francisco has the most favorable carry-on policy?

    The carry-on allowance size for Dubai to San Francisco flights will depend on the ticket booked and the airline. Emirates airline allows economy class passengers one free carry-on bag with 22 x 15 x 8 cm in dimension and not exceeding 15 lb. Business and first-class passengers can carry one carry-on bag of up to 15 lbs and a personal item not exceeding 18 x 14 x 8 inches.

  • Why should I upgrade to first class when flying from Dubai to San Francisco Island?

    Consider booking a business or first-class ticket for the long-haul trip from Dubai to San Francisco. Most airlines provide first-class tickets with superior services for a more comfortable journey. Emirates airline has the most suitable first-class benefits which include more comfortable seats with privacy and extra legroom, access to private lounges, fully lie-flat seats, personal dining service, and entertainment.

  • Which airline traveling from Dubai to San Francisco is more sustainable?

    If you want to fly sustainably from Dubai to San Francisco, consider booking Turkish Airlines. It has implemented initiatives like minimizing waste through recycling, noise pollution reduction, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Turkish Airlines Dubai to San Francisco flights have up to 43% less carbon emission.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to San Francisco was £771 for a one-way ticket and £823 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dubai to San Francisco?

    Dubai and San Francisco are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Dubai from Dubai Intl and will be arriving at San Francisco.

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

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

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

    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 Dubai to San Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Dubai 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 Dubai to San Francisco?

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

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

    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 San Francisco from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to San Francisco

  • Flights departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to San Francisco will use different terminals depending on the airline. For instance, British Airways and Turkish Airlines will use Terminal 1, while Emirates will use Terminal 3. Terminals are connected through a transit area, making movements to your departure terminal easier.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers car rental services from renowned car rental agencies. Some car rental companies providing onsite services from the airport include Budget, Alamo, Enterprise, and Hertz. Passengers will use the Air Train Blue Line shuttles near the baggage claim to access the car rental center, a short distance from the terminal.
  • Passengers traveling from Dubai to San Francisco can opt to use (SFO) as their destination airport. SFO also serves other neighboring cities for both departing and arrival flights. Some cities it serves include Millbrae, San Bruno, Hillsborough, San Mateo, and Burlingame, all located within 12 miles.
  • For Dubai to San Francisco flights, British Airways offers the most convenient accessibility services to passengers with special needs. It provides free wheelchairs for mobility-limited passengers when boarding and getting around. Visually impaired passengers can request an escort to guide them through departure and arrival.
  • Most airlines with flights from Dubai to San Francisco allow passengers to bring pets in the cabin. United Airlines does not have weight and breed limitations. However, the pets must be in a special carrier. The maximum dimensions are 7 x 17 x 12 inches for a hard-sided carrier and 11 x 18 x 11 inches for a soft carrier.
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Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to San Francisco?

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

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to San Francisco

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Thursday

Emirates

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Emirates

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Sunday

Emirates

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Dubai Intl

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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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 Dubai to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
30/9Mon
1 stopDelta
23h 05mDXB-SFO
£610
19/6Wed
2 stopsKLM
24h 28mDXB-SFO
£613
6/10Sun
1 stopBritish Airways
23h 10mDXB-SFO
£641
7/10Mon
1 stopQatar Airways
35h 35mDXB-SFO
£674
24/5Fri
2 stopsBritish Airways
27h 41mDXB-SFO
£681
30/6Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
37h 05mDXB-SFO
£748
30/5Thu
3 stopsUnited Airlines
31h 05mDXB-SFO
£814
30/6Sun
1 stopLufthansa
26h 10mDXB-SFO
£833
30/6Sun
2 stopsLufthansa
23h 35mDXB-SFO
£864
9/8Fri
3 stopsUnited Airlines
31h 05mDXB-SFO
£1,227

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Last minute flights from Dubai to San Francisco

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 Dubai to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
21/5Tue
multi-stopKLM
21h 50mDXB-SFO
4/6Tue
multi-stopKLM
22h 05mSFO-DXB
£4,317

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Dubai - San Francisco Flights

Departure:

Dubai (undefined)United Arab Emirates

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Return flight deals:

San Francisco - Dubai

Cabin classes:

£12,566
£2,329
£1,217

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