Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai (DXB) from $596

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — DXB
May 23 — May 301

The best prices from San Diego to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Dubai (DXB). 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 May 18, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$896

One-way from

$596
High demand for flights, 32% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
From San Diego to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Dubai Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Dubai?

Flights from San Diego to Dubai are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Dubai.

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

To save up to 21% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 21 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Diego to Dubai from $1,024 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,024 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dubai?

September can be a great time to fly to Dubai from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $1,214. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $945. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Dubai (SAN - DXB)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Dubai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from San Diego to Dubai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between San Diego and Dubai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from San Diego to Dubai. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 10/2210:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 10/305:20 amDXB - SAN
2 stops24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,002
Wed 11/1311:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 11/225:20 amDXB - SAN
2 stops24h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,080
Wed 11/1311:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops21h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 11/225:20 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/18$1,083
Sun 8/46:20 amSAN - DXB
2 stops27h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 8/175:30 amDXB - SAN
2 stops25h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/18$1,334
Thu 10/3110:50 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 11/45:20 amDXB - SAN
2 stops29h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,338
Wed 6/510:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops24h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 6/125:30 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,525
Fri 6/1410:42 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 13mQatar Airways
Fri 6/215:30 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,572

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Diego to Dubai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Diego and Dubai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from San Diego and landing in Dubai. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 11/136:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/212:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops28h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,027
Wed 11/136:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/212:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops29h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,030
Tue 10/228:35 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/292:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops27h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,041
Sun 8/48:30 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/161:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,267
Wed 6/510:35 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/111:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops46h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,476
Wed 11/68:35 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/222:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$2,141

Cheap San Diego to Dubai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Dubai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Prices were last updated on May 18, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Dubai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 6/512:32 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 03mAir France
Tue 6/1112:40 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 30mAir France
Deal found 5/17$1,302
Fri 6/146:25 amSAN - DXB
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Thu 6/2012:40 amDXB - SAN
2 stops31h 29mDelta
Deal found 5/17$1,377
Fri 6/1410:29 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops34h 16mAir Canada
Thu 6/202:00 amDXB - SAN
1 stop30h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,399
Wed 6/57:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
Tue 6/112:00 amDXB - SAN
1 stop30h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,421
Fri 6/1411:15 amSAN - DXB
1 stop21h 30mAir Canada
Thu 6/202:00 amDXB - SAN
1 stop30h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,425
Fri 6/146:20 amSAN - DXB
2 stops27h 45mSWISS
Thu 6/201:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/17$1,443
Fri 6/146:20 amSAN - DXB
3 stops27h 45mSWISS
Thu 6/201:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/17$1,468
Wed 6/510:35 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/111:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops46h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,476
Wed 6/510:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops24h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 6/125:30 amDXB - SAN
2 stops26h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,525

San Diego to Dubai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Dubai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Dubai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 10/2210:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 10/305:20 amDXB - SAN
2 stops24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$1,002
Wed 11/136:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/212:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops28h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,027
Tue 10/228:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops24h 45mAir Canada
Tue 10/292:05 amDXB - SAN
1 stop21h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,028
Wed 11/136:15 amSAN - DXB
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/212:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops29h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,030
Tue 10/227:00 amSAN - DXB
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/292:15 amDXB - SAN
3 stops28h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,041
Tue 8/278:45 amSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/291:15 amDXB - SAN
2 stops33h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,048
Tue 10/2211:20 amSAN - DXB
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Tue 10/292:05 amDXB - SAN
1 stop30h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,050
Thu 10/3112:40 pmSAN - DXB
1 stop19h 55mAir Canada
Sun 11/32:05 amDXB - SAN
2 stops24h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 5/17$1,060
Thu 10/3112:40 pmSAN - DXB
2 stops22h 35mSWISS
Sun 11/32:05 amDXB - SAN
2 stops30h 25mSWISS
Deal found 5/17$1,072

One-way flights to Dubai from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Diego to Dubai. Users needing a return flight from San Diego to Dubai should utilize the search form above.
Wed 11/139:40 amSAN - DXB
2 stops23h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/18$596
Wed 11/131:40 pmSAN - DXB
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$801
Wed 11/1310:37 amSAN - DXB
1 stop20h 48mEmirates
Deal found 5/18$1,082

Find flights from San Diego to Dubai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Dubai 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 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$1,002 - $1,677

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Return

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San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 10/22

2 stops23h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/30

2 stops24h 40m

$1,002

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 11/13

2 stops25h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/21

2 stops28h 31m

$1,027

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 10/22

2 stops24h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/29

1 stop21h 52m

$1,028

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 10/31

2 stops22h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/3

2 stops30h 25m

$1,072

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Thu 10/31

1 stop26h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/4

1 stop42h 05m

$1,130

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 6/5

2 stops23h 03m

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/11

2 stops26h 30m

$1,302

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Tue 10/22

1 stop22h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 52m

$1,355

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Fri 6/14

2 stops29h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/20

2 stops31h 29m

$1,377

San DiegoDubai Intl

SAN - DXB

SANDXB

San Diego

Wed 11/13

1 stop26h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/21

1 stop26h 00m

$1,677

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Deals found on 5/17

When is the best time to book a flight from San Diego to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Dubai. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Dubai, you should look to book at least 20 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Dubai. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Dubai flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Dubai by month

Plan your trip from San Diego to Dubai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Diego to Dubai is currently $826 while a round-trip flight costs $1,219. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Dubai (average of $896). Flying from San Diego to Dubai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,293). 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.

January

$896

February

$918

March

$938

April

$933

May

$955

June

$1,293

July

$1,261

August

$1,041

September

$903

October

$928

November

$952

December

$1,042

Temperature and rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DXB

Temperature

64.4 - 95 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated May 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada from San Diego to Dubai have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8.0
Very good
10,647 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.8
Good
1,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.7
Good
4,384 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7.6
Good
1,761 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,943 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Dubai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Dubai for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,002, but on average you can expect to pay $1,164.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $1,002. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,027 and $1,028, respectively. Qatar Airways is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Dubai?

  • What does SAN to DXB mean?

    SAN stands for San Diego Airport, while DXB stands for Dubai Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dubai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Dubai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Dubai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Dubai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Dubai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Dubai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Dubai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Dubai flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Dubai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/18.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Diego to Dubai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest$918Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$935Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$938Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$964Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,305Average$2,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,394Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,566Average$6,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Royal JordanianCheapest$1,758Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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