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November 19 - November 24

Cheapest

SAN - Dubai

$995

$872

Round trip

October 20 - October 26

Best

SAN - Dubai

$1,064

$929

Round trip

August 6 - August 20

Earliest

SAN - Dubai

$1,002

$937

Round trip

September 7 - September 12

SAN - Dubai

$959

$941

Round trip

August 10 - August 13

Best

SAN - Dubai

$1,100

$944

Round trip

August 13 - August 27

SAN - Dubai

$1,024

$947

Round trip

September 21 - September 28

SAN - Dubai

$952

$951

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November 8 - November 15

SAN - Dubai

$978

$951

Round trip

August 10 - August 17

SAN - Dubai

$1,042

$953

Round trip

August 18 - August 28

SAN - Dubai

$1,039

$954

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Diego to Dubai

Flights from San Diego to Dubai typically range from $1123–$1549, with a median price of $1316. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level for this route, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting opportunities for savings may arise.

When considering cheap flights from San Diego to Dubai, the data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $921. April also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $1147. Following these, May offers a median fare of $1308, which is still below the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from San Diego to Dubai takes approximately 27h 35m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. This is a significant journey time, characteristic of long-haul international travel.

This route covers a substantial distance of 13,519 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul flight. Due to this considerable distance, most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Dubai

Regular price: $863 - $1,444

Prices from San Diego to Dubai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Dubai is $863 to $1444. The current lowest deal is $872 with United Airlines, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 24.

now $872

Low $863

High $1,444

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dubai is September, with a median price of $921. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $3195. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $921

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,195

Mar

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Jul

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Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from San Diego to Dubai

Emirates Airlines

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Deutsche Luft Hansa

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Dubai

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$1,148

$1,856

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$1,092

$1,952

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$1,068

$2,157

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$1,093

$2,186

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Air Canada

$1,089

$1,368

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Dubai

San Diego (SAN) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$1,090

$1,295

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Diego to Dubai

9 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 4

$1,069 → $872

18%

7 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 5

$1,076 → $880

18%

7 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 3

$1,074 → $880

18%

3 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 13

$1,100 → $944

14%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Dubai

San Diego - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Diego to Dubai are below the typical level, with deals around $872.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dubai, with a median price of $921.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 27h 35m with 2 stopovers

Flights from San Diego to Dubai typically last 27h 35m, with a median of 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with 0% direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines has 23 deals

Emirates Airlines has historically offered 23 deals on connecting flights from San Diego to Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from San Diego to Dubai appear regularly, with about 0.47 deals per day.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport offers flights to Dubai, with prices from $872.

📍 ~5 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$872

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar Airport offers an alternative departure option for flights to Dubai.

📍 ~50 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$917

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is a primary arrival airport for flights from San Diego to Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$872

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to Dubai.

📍 ~30 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport connections upon arrival in Dubai.

📍 ~5 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) can be considered as an alternative arrival airport for Dubai.

📍 ~25 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1353

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and full-service facilities.

📍 ~110 km from Dubai (reachable by car, but travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$1175

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is the closest alternative airport to northern Dubai districts with easier navigation.

📍 ~90 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1977

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is located within the UAE, avoiding border formalities, with straightforward road access.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1941

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is a domestic alternative useful for specific regional connections, but with limited schedules.

📍 ~100 km from Dubai (reachable by car, often through mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$2041

Muscat International (MCT)

Cheapest

Muscat International is a major regional hub with high-quality service, facilities, and alternative long-haul routes.

📍 ~350 km from Dubai (reachable by car, requires international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$1138

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

68% AI deal score

$13,297

From SAN

Elite

Aug 17

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

68% AI deal score

$15,189

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period can help you decide on an optimal booking time. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options or different routing choices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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