What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Dubai Intl?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Royal Jordanian are the most popular carriers operating from California to Dubai Intl

What airlines fly to Dubai?

Emirates, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Dubai from California according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Dubai. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Dubai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Dubai on average per day?

As of February 2026, 1 flights take off from California and land in Dubai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to Dubai on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and Dubai is 13 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Dubai?

On average, it takes 15h 35m to fly from California to Dubai if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in California) and into Dubai (the most popular airport in Dubai). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Dubai, then the flight time is around 15h 50m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport is 13 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Dubai Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Dubai Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dubai Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Dubai Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:45 pm - 11:35 pm

LAX

DXB

19h 50m

1 stop

3:45 am - 2:45 pm

DXB

LAX

46h 00m

1 stop

$669Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15

12:25 pm - 7:45 pm

SNA

DXB

43h 20m

2 stops

1:30 am - 11:25 am

DXB

SNA

44h 55m

2 stops

$669Air Canada

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 8

6:30 am - 7:45 pm

LAX

DXB

26h 15m

2 stops

2:00 am - 10:25 am

DXB

LAX

43h 25m

1 stop

$670Air Canada

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 26

11:50 am - 7:45 pm

LAX

DXB

20h 55m

1 stop

2:00 am - 7:20 pm

DXB

LAX

28h 20m

1 stop

$671Air Canada

Wed, May 13 - Tue, Jun 9

7:25 am - 7:40 pm

BUR

DXB

24h 15m

2 stops

2:15 am - 5:41 pm

DXB

BUR

27h 26m

2 stops

$672United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Mon, Feb 23

8:20 am - 7:40 pm

LAX

DXB

23h 20m

2 stops

2:15 am - 3:14 pm

DXB

LAX

23h 59m

1 stop

$672United Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9

8:00 am - 7:40 pm

ONT

DXB

23h 40m

2 stops

2:15 am - 6:07 pm

DXB

ONT

26h 52m

2 stops

$672United Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9

1:00 pm - 7:15 pm

SFO

DXB

43h 15m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 10:00 am

DXB

SFO

23h 55m

1 stop

$675China Eastern

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

12:30 pm - 7:15 pm

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DXB

43h 45m

1 stop

8:30 pm - 10:05 am

DXB

LAX

24h 35m

1 stop

$677China Eastern

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Apr 6

8:45 am - 7:40 pm

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DXB

23h 55m

2 stops

1:55 am - 9:08 pm

DXB

SJC

30h 13m

2 stops

$685Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31

SWISS flights from California to Dubai

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SWISS

Feb 18

LAX11:35 amLos Angeles

20h 05m

1 stop

DXB7:40 pmDubai Intl

Feb 24

DXB2:15 amDubai Intl

32h 40m

2 stops

LAX10:55 pmLos Angeles

$687

SWISS

Feb 18

ONT7:55 amOntario

23h 45m

2 stops

DXB7:40 pmDubai Intl

Feb 24

DXB2:15 amDubai Intl

30h 35m

2 stops

ONT8:50 pmOntario

$688

SWISS

Feb 15

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

38h 50m

1 stop

DXB10:15 pmDubai Intl

Mar 3

DXB1:50 amDubai Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$693

KLM flights from California to Dubai

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KLM

Feb 13

LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles

32h 35m

1 stop

DXB10:20 amDubai Intl

Feb 17

DXB11:00 amDubai Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

LAX9:35 pmLos Angeles

$740

KLM

Feb 22

OAK5:55 amOakland

30h 06m

2 stops

DXB12:01 amDubai Intl

Mar 2

DXB1:55 amDubai Intl

26h 17m

2 stops

OAK4:12 pmOakland

$762

KLM

Feb 15

ONT10:20 pmOntario

37h 41m

2 stops

DXB12:01 amDubai Intl

Mar 1

DXB1:30 amDubai Intl

31h 35m

2 stops

ONT9:05 pmOntario

$785

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Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

4:45 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/15

3:45 am-2:45 pm

1 stop46h 00m

$669

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SNADXB

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Mon 3/2

12:25 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/8

1:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops44h 55m

$669

Los AngelesDubai

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Fri 4/17

6:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/26

2:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop43h 25m

$670

Los AngelesDubai

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

11:50 am-7:45 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/9

2:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$671

BurbankDubai

BUR - DXB

BURDXB

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 2/21

7:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/23

2:15 am-5:41 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$672

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LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

8:20 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/9

2:15 am-3:14 pm

1 stop23h 59m

$672

OntarioDubai

ONT - DXB

ONTDXB

Ontario

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/9

2:15 am-6:07 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$672

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SFO - DXB

SFODXB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop43h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/18

9:05 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 55m

$675

Los AngelesDubai

LAX - DXB

LAXDXB

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

12:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/6

8:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 35m

$677

San JoseDubai

SJC - DXB

SJCDXB

San Jose

Wed 3/25

8:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/31

1:55 am-9:08 pm

2 stops30h 13m

$685

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly to Dubai from California is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $827, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Dubai, with average flight prices from California averaging around $877.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Dubai is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Dubai on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,228. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,359. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Dubai.

What is the cheapest California to Dubai Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Dubai from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Dubai for around $971 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Dubai from California for as low as $797 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Dubai Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Dubai Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Dubai flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Dubai flight.

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Best Price Found	$661
Fastest flight time	15h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Dubai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Dubai from California in the past 72 hours is $661. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Dubai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $984.

The fastest flight from California to Dubai takes 15h 35m

Direct flights go from California to Dubai every day.

There is 1 airport in Dubai. From California there are direct flights to Dubai Intl (DXB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Dubai Intl Airport is 13 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Dubai Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Dubai Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dubai Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Dubai Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Dubai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Dubai, the leading plane model is Airbus A380-800, making up 67.32% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777-300ER with 29.67%, Airbus A380 with 0.84%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 0.56%.

Best airlines flying from California to Dubai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $613	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,211 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,870 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Delta	PriceFrom $635	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,179 reviews	Search Delta flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $642	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 658 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air France	PriceFrom $645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,531 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,451 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $651	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,709 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $665	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,276 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $676	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,779 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air India	PriceFrom $688	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,968 reviews	Search Air India flights

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