Cheap flights from SFO to DXB (San Francisco Intl. to Dubai Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SFO to DXB starting at $437 One Way, $678 Round Trip

Prices starting at $678 for return flights and $437 for one-way flights to Dubai Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$678 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$678
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $678 found 6 hours ago
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 27
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$724 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $724 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 22
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$724 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Sun, Mar 22, priced at $724 found 8 hours ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 3
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$729 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$729
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $729 found 9 hours ago
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Feb 12
SFO
San Francisco
DXB
Dubai
$744 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$744
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from San Francisco to Dubai, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $744 found 1 hour ago

Hotel Ideas near Dubai Intl.

Airport Hotels near Dubai Intl.

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
$179 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$205 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai

Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai

5 out of 5
Casablanca Road, Al Garhoud Dubai
$129 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$149 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
room nice, however only two towel (for sure not new) and 2 small ones incl. one on the floor. I am used to more even in 3star hotels. Brekfast average. Pool, gym etc very good. Staff frieindyl and helpful

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3 Dubai
$100 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$114 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,231 reviews)
Excellent customer service, the meals were great with a lot of variety. overall an awesome experience.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Dubai

Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
$146 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$167 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Creek ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
Super

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Grand Millennium Business Bay
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
$611 nightly
The price is $686 total per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
$686 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,638 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staffs, a lot of activities in hotel

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
$217 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$247 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,271 reviews)
Incredible modern luxury hotel with great amenities

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SFO to DXB Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
DXB Address & GPS
Address:
Dubai ,
United Arab Emirates
IATA Code:
DXB
Longitude:
55.352916
Latitude:
25.248664
Time Zone:
Asia/Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from SFO to DXB?
The terrific news is Emirates flies straight from San Francisco to Dubai, so you won't have to worry about getting off the plane until you get to the terminal at Dubai Airport.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Dubai Airport?
It's a long way from San Francisco Airport to Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) — in fact, 20 hours and 19 minutes at least. But your time in your seat doesn't have to be an ordeal. Be prepared and get on the plane with the essentials like some toiletries and a pillow.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Airport to Dubai Airport?
Ordinarily, the flight from SFO to DXB takes 20 hours and 23 minutes. If you plan to get some decent sleep, pack essentials like a good travel pillow, a comfy eye mask and a pair of noise-canceling headphones.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to Dubai Airport?
Are you ready to plan your San Francisco to Dubai airfare? Make Emirates your number one pick. With 30 flights per month to choose from on this route, they've got the ticket to your next inspiring adventure.

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