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Cheapest return flight
AED 3,540
Typical prices: AED 3,925-AED 5,917
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Tue 16/1Mon 22/1
SAN - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 2,148
Typical prices: AED 1,912-AED 3,618
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Sat 15/12
SAN - DXB • 3 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Dubai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 41% price drop
December
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg AED 2,837 (return)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 20h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Dubai (SAN-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Diego to Dubai

Sat, 16 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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13:53 - 03:10SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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02:50 - 20:06DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
29h 16m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
AED 3,540Multiple Airlines
22 hours ago
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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17:15 - 08:45SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
51h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl London Heathrow
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08:25 - 12:00DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
39h 35m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 3,646Multiple Airlines
12 hours ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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16:45 - 05:55SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
49h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl London Heathrow
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08:25 - 12:00DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
39h 35m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 3,676Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 11 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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13:53 - 01:10SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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09:30 - 21:47DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
24h 17m2 stops Istanbul Denver Intl
AED 3,687Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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22:30 - 23:20SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
36h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 21:19DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
31h 49m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
AED 3,716Delta
21 hours ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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13:53 - 03:10SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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02:50 - 20:19DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
29h 29m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
AED 3,724Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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16:45 - 07:20SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
51h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl London Heathrow
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08:50 - 11:43DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
37h 53m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 3,738Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 19 Apr - Sun, 25 Apr
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10:00 - 23:00SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol
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00:40 - 22:55DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
33h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Los Angeles
AED 3,749Delta
1 day ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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11:05 - 23:20SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
24h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 20:49DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
31h 19m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
AED 3,753Air France
1 day ago
Sat, 13 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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13:45 - 03:10SAN  San Diego-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Istanbul
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08:35 - 23:59DXB  Dubai Intl-SAN San Diego
26h 24m2 stops Istanbul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
AED 3,834Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Diego to Dubai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Dubai. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dubai at AED 2,710 return.
•February (AED 22,320) and July (AED 5,751) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 723% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Dubai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

AED 2,148
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 133% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Dubai

When to book flights from San Diego to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Dubai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San Diego to Dubai.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Dubai?

    A direct flight from San Diego to Dubai takes 00m, covering 21,742 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from San Diego to Dubai range from AED 3,925 to AED 5,917, with an average of AED 4,613 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 3,925 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Dubai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 3,540 to AED 21,486. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 2,337, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 98 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • AMEX
    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Dubai?

    Flights from San Diego to Dubai usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from San Diego to Dubai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at AED 4,201 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 5,420, a difference of AED 1,219.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Diego to Dubai?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 37m, compared to 20h 58m via San Francisco (SFO) and 21h 46m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Dubai?

    Dubai is 12 hours ahead of San Diego (Gulf Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average AED 4,201, which is about AED 1,219 less than Monday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Dubai trip for April. Fares historically average AED 2,710 return in that month – typically AED 19,610 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport Hotel
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

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