What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Dubai according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, Emirates have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Dubai to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Dubai and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 122 minutes.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Dubai to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 00m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Dubai and San Francisco?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Dubai to San Francisco?

Flights via Rome (FCO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $840.

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

7 flights are operational weekly from Dubai to San Francisco as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Dubai to San Francisco?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 02m.

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

As of January 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Dubai to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 100% of flights taking off at noon.

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

ITA Airways, China Eastern, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to San Francisco

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dubai and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,375 to $1,785. The lowest price recently found on this route was $801.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dubai and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $981.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Dubai to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,567. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,076.

What is the cheapest Dubai Intl to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Dubai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,221 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Dubai for as low as $863 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to San Francisco 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 Dubai to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Dubai to San Francisco flight.

How have Dubai to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Dubai to San Francisco flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Dubai in the past 72 hours is $1,198. The best round-trip flight deal from Dubai to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,485.

The fastest flight from Dubai to San Francisco takes 15h 50m

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There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Dubai there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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How far is Dubai Intl to San Francisco by plane?
There are 8076.6 mi between Dubai Intl and San Francisco. Typically, this will take 15h 50m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Dubai to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Dubai to San Francisco is Airbus A380-800, representing 93.55% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A380 at 3.23% and Boeing 777-300ER at 3.23%.
What is the most popular airline from Dubai to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Dubai to San Francisco is Emirates, representing 26% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are British Airways at 21%, United Airlines at 15%, and KLM at 14%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $664	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,127 reviews	Search Delta flights
ITA Airways	PriceFrom $754	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,137 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $885	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,705 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $898	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,443 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,231	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,470	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,490 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Emirates Flights From Dubai to San Francisco
The lowest priced Emirates flight from Dubai to San Francisco from the last 72 hours was $1,470. Generally, Emirates has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,650. Emirates is rated 8.1/10 by our users.

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If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $981.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Dubai to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,567. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,076.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to San Francisco 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 Dubai to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Dubai to San Francisco flight.

How have Dubai to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Dubai to San Francisco flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

ITA Airways, China Eastern, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

How often are flights from Dubai to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Dubai and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, Emirates have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Dubai and San Francisco?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Dubai to San Francisco?

Flights via Rome (FCO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $840.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Dubai to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 00m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Dubai to San Francisco?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 02m.

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

As of January 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Dubai to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 100% of flights taking off at noon.

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

7 flights are operational weekly from Dubai to San Francisco as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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