Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 15 hours 55 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco 12 hours behind Dubai.
You can choose from seven weekly Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 08:50 departure with Emirates is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 09:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DXB to SFO flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating DXB to SFO flights, Emirates is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and SFO:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs162,019. A round-trip fare is currently Rs227,781. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to SFO by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DXB to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near DXB:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Francisco in March.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
