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AED 1,425 Find Cheap Flights from Dubai to San Francisco

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Cheap Flight Deals from Dubai to San Francisco (DXB-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Dubai to San Francisco 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.

Recent return flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to San Francisco.
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01:50 - 13:15DXB-SFO
22h 25m1 stop
15:15 - 19:20SFO-DXB
41h 05m1 stop
AED 2,964ITA Airways
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Wed, 7 May - Thu, 15 May
01:50 - 13:15DXB-SFO
22h 25m1 stop
15:15 - 19:20SFO-DXB
41h 05m1 stop
AED 3,019ITA Airways
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Wed, 7 May - Thu, 15 May
01:50 - 13:15DXB-SFO
22h 25m1 stop
15:15 - 19:20SFO-DXB
41h 05m1 stop
AED 3,030ITA Airways
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Wed, 7 May - Mon, 12 May
01:05 - 17:15DXB-SFO
27h 10m1 stop
16:35 - 23:10SFO-DXB
19h 35m1 stop
AED 3,210British Airways
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Mon, 19 May - Tue, 10 Jun
01:05 - 17:15DXB-SFO
27h 10m1 stop
19:30 - 07:35SFO-DXB
25h 05m1 stop
AED 3,258British Airways
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Thu, 22 May - Tue, 27 May
09:40 - 19:30DXB-SFO
20h 50m1 stop
21:20 - 07:10SFO-DXB
22h 50m1 stop
AED 3,261
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Wed, 7 May - Mon, 12 May
01:55 - 18:34DXB-SFO
27h 39m2 stops
07:15 - 18:35SFO-DXB
24h 20m2 stops
AED 3,456United Airlines
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Wed, 23 Apr - Sat, 10 May
01:55 - 14:04DXB-SFO
23h 09m1 stop
14:00 - 21:05SFO-DXB
20h 05m1 stop
AED 3,529United Airlines
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Wed, 23 Apr - Sat, 10 May
11:45 - 13:35DXB-SFO
36h 50m1 stop
15:55 - 21:25SFO-DXB
18h 30m1 stop
AED 4,484Qatar Airways
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Thu, 10 Apr - Sun, 10 Aug
09:10 - 14:00DXB-SFO
15h 50mdirect
17:05 - 19:40SFO-DXB
15h 35mdirect
AED 5,182Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dubai to San Francisco flights

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dubai to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Dubai to San Francisco, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Dubai, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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 round-trip 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 May, where tickets cost AED 3,592 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is AED 5,395 and AED 4,888 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Dubai to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of AED 17,440, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Dubai to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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February

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June

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AED 1,425
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower 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.
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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 AED 388 for a one-way ticket and AED 807 for a return.

  • 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.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to San Francisco, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to San Francisco are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of AED 6,241 and an overall rating of 8.0, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of AED 3,850 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • 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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for AED 4,243 or less one-way and AED 5,746 or less round-trip.
  • 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 Intl to San Francisco?

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

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Top 5 airlines serving from Dubai to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3190 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
8.3Crew
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

10.0 ExcellentAvidan, Mar 2025DXB - NBO
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

Everything was great but the food portions and quality was awful

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Seats very small and unable to pre purchase internet or seat upgrades

I recently travelled with Qatar Airways from Doha to Dulles in the QSuite, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The QSuite truly feels like a First-Class experience, with its luxurious design, privacy, and comfort. The cabin crew, especially the lady in charge of the cabin, was remarkable—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent, and the comfort of the seat was absolutely first-class, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. While the in-flight experience was outstanding, I have a few points of feedback. Firstly, the content available in the in-flight entertainment system could be expanded and upgraded to include a more diverse and updated collection. This would elevate the entertainment experience to match the premium standards of the QSuite. Secondly, regarding the Wi-Fi service: while QSuite passengers receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi, any additional usage requires a fee of USD 10. Considering the premium pricing of QSuite, it would be more fitting to include unlimited Wi-Fi as part of the experience, further enhancing the luxury offered to passengers. Lastly, I must highlight an issue with luggage handling. Unfortunately, my luggage did not make it through the transit, which was disappointing. While the ground crew assured me that it would be delivered to my home on the same day as it was arriving on the next flight, this promise was not fulfilled, and the delay added unnecessary inconvenience to an otherwise excellent experience. Overall, the QSuite experience was exceptional, but addressing these areas would further solidify Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in luxury air travel.

Seating is terrible, having seats so crammed is unacceptable for a 15-hour journey. I cannot stress enough how uncomfortable it is to sit in such an aircraft. Leg space is roomier in a domestic aircraft. I have not experienced this kind of crammy seating in domestic flights either in the US or other international airlines overseas.

Qatar Airways in-flight first/business class service is superior to any US airline; excellent meals are served on short haul flights such as between DXB and DOH.

Was downgraded from business to economy due to a faulty seat in business class. However when I boarded the plane there were no less than 5 free business class seats. Will never fly Qatar Airways again

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

Wasn’t allowed to continue with the purchased tickets because I hadn’t been able to go on the first scheduled leg.

Do I need to repeat my complaints about my lost carry on bag?

Noice cancelling headphones would be better since it’s a crowded plane And kids behaviors are unavoidable

Much better than the major US Carriers especially in Biz Class.

I wish that the meal included a vegetable or even a salad instead of couscous! Why serve chicken with rice AND couscous? Service was good overall though a bit lacking in friendliness. Usually on air france I've been offered a glass of champagne before dinner, wine with dinner, and a digestif after dinner. We were only offered wine this time!

It was not Air France but Air Europa. But confusion over our checked luggage. Whether it was checked all the way to Tenerife or not. It was not. Had to line up again in Departures. At least our Sky Priority was honoured. Flight was fine.

My wife and I had a row to ourselves after moving seats. There were no TVs and you had to buy food. So we did nothing but had a quick nap. Flight was fine.

The male attended that served are section was a snob. He did not answer my call light when my wine spilled all over the floor. I did not push it again or drew his attention to it. He just ignored the call light when he came to give us our meal, serving the people behind us first. I did not push it again or drew his attention to it to see his reaction. It was so obvious that he was ignoring us. We were in premium economy!

The plane was old Only 3 bathrooms available for economy The entertainment was old and the selection was poor

Georgian Airways check in staff initially denied us, because they thought passengers required transit visas to transfer on connecting flights. This required 70 minutes for them to call multiple people to confirm how transfers worked. They did not apologize once accepting our check in. Onboard, the four hour flight gave stale bread with spam slices as lunch. The only included drinks were still or sparkling water.

I did not get my baggage at my final destination..poor coordination with connecting flights with partner airlines (Saudi airways). Also the food was very mediocre.

Not a good one this time. The absence of internet without any information/notification ahead was really the unacceptable part. Also this new A350-900 has a serious legroom challenge for economy seats. It’s more like a medium-haul flight legroom configuration.

Not great , just ok . I expected better food but it did not deliver . Flight staff was ok . The guy at the drop off bag counter was the only saving grace in this whole trip . He was pleasant, friendly and very helpful . You couldn’t ask for a better assistance from him .

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

Good flight. On time. Boarding and seating was easy. Crew were really friendly, yet professional. Bathroom (by cockpit) was small but serviceable. Some the seats were showing some notable wear & tear, but were comfy. Very happy UA customer. TY! 🤛🏽💗

We were delayed 3x and because I didn’t purchase my tickets directly from United Airlines I was told I Have to take care of it myself so I called Underpricer and they helped me but before I changed my flights I took the risk of sticking by what my tickets were and was lucky to have gotten on the original all flight with only 15 mins before take off. not sure if I will do this again

Everything good until we waited for jet bridge at SFO. Then pilot gets on speaker & said it won’t reach plane- too short, need to go to different gate. Then 5 min later, adjusted plane/jetbridge & all ok?!?

Delayed flight due to lack of crew caused me to miss my connection

Please make sure the number of seats matches the number of overhead bins and passengers don't carry on more than one bag.

Seating is tight if you don’t upgrade. Food was decent. Boarding and unboarding was efficient. Smooth flight. Could make upgrades more affordable

Boarding was chaotic. Glad we were group 5 and still had cabin storage available when we boarded. I was expecting crew would get our carryons at the gate since theyclaimed it was a full flight.

Boarding crew is unfriendly as i was asked to handover carryon luggage too upto final destination Bangalore I was not prepared for that and i had to travel without my diabetic and hypertension medicines

American Airlines seemed to run a 'dry' flight. No alcohol was offered at any point with meals. Breakfast was a bit tasteless. The 'hot pocket' whatever that is, was horrid breadish pastry with very little filling. Decaf coffee was horrid. Seats didn't seem as wide or spacious as usual, especually for a ten hour flight.

There was no legroom whatsoever to the point where my wife dropped her phone and was unable to retrieve it as she couldn’t move. The sound system for the entertainment had a broken socket so was effectively out of action as it just crackled. Just dreadful, I will actively avoid BA in the future

They did not provide free WiFi, It could be purchased for, I think, around $25, This seemed excessive.

Less than average, low level of shared required information needed during the transfer from airport to another, also the used team during boarding In Indianapolis station is Not Professional

Reliable, great value, but not outstanding in any aspect. This is similar to the experience you get in most international carriers like Etihad or Delta.

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