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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to San Francisco from £547

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SFO
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£716

One-way from

£547

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£767
Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/2-1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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ITA Airways
  • ITA Airways
  • 28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 07m total
  • Dubai to San Francisco
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sat 8/201:55DXB - SFO
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Sat 1/315:25SFO - DXB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 17/1£716
Sat 15/201:55DXB - SFO
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Sat 22/210:15SFO - DXB
2 stops25h 46mKLM
Deal found 15/1£727
Wed 22/102:15DXB - SFO
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 27/117:30SFO - DXB
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1£733
Thu 30/101:50DXB - SFO
1 stop24h 25mITA Airways
Mon 3/207:00SFO - DXB
2 stops24h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 16/1£738
Thu 16/1001:55DXB - SFO
1 stop23h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/1112:00SFO - DXB
1 stop19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£740
Thu 16/1002:00DXB - SFO
1 stop21h 48mAir Canada
Mon 3/1119:13SFO - DXB
2 stops36h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1£746
Sat 8/303:00DXB - SFO
1 stop25h 25mSWISS
Sun 23/320:25SFO - DXB
1 stop38h 50mSWISS
Deal found 17/1£898
Fri 17/1019:45DXB - SFO
1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 3/1109:40SFO - DXB
1 stop45h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1£943
Sun 2/211:00DXB - SFO
2 stops44h 50mAir France
Fri 7/220:55SFO - DXB
2 stops48h 05mAir France
Deal found 16/1£962
Sun 9/305:20DXB - SFO
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 23/315:45SFO - DXB
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/1£969
Sun 16/209:20DXB - SFO
2 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/213:05SFO - DXB
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£1,002
Sat 22/323:40DXB - SFO
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 2/401:15SFO - DXB
1 stop33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/1£1,054

Find flights from Dubai to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/2

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

15:25-09:00

1 stop29h 35m

£716

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 15/2

01:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 22/2

10:15-00:01

2 stops25h 46m

£727

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/1

01:50-14:15

1 stop24h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

07:00-19:50

2 stops24h 50m

£738

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/2

02:15-15:00

1 stop24h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

20:40-23:45

1 stop39h 05m

£742

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Thu 27/3

02:15-15:34

1 stop24h 19m

San Francisco

Thu 3/4

10:40-18:35

1 stop20h 55m

£745

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/3

03:00-16:25

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 23/3

20:25-22:15

1 stop38h 50m

£898

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/2

11:00-19:50

2 stops44h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 7/2

20:55-09:00

2 stops48h 05m

£962

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/3

05:20-12:35

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 23/3

15:45-20:55

1 stop18h 10m

£969

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/2

09:20-22:59

2 stops25h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 22/2

13:05-22:55

2 stops21h 50m

£1,002

DubaiSan Francisco

DXB - SFO

DXBSFO

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/3

23:40-10:45

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

01:15-21:35

1 stop33h 20m

£1,054

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dubai to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Dubai to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from DXB to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, ITA Airways and SWISS from Dubai to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
826 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Dubai to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Dubai Intl to San Francisco was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at £716. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and ITA Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £727 and £738, respectively. Delta is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to San Francisco one-way?

    £547 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from ITA Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and SWISS, with prices starting from £619 and £628, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Dubai to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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