San Francisco to Dubai Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB) connect United States and United Arab Emirates. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,020 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 17 to 18 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SFO, OAK, SJC and DXB, DWC. The reverse route is Dubai to San Francisco. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Distance
- 13,020 km
- Typical duration
- about 17 to 18 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- DXB, DWC
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Dubai
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Route overview
San Francisco to Dubai is a city-pair air route between United States and United Arab Emirates. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and DXB. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → DXB, DWC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,020 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 17 to 18 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Dubai airports and metro codes: DXB, DWC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Dubai to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Dubai?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Dubai typically take about 17 to 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Dubai?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Dubai is approximately 13,020 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Dubai?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Dubai is commonly searched with code DXB (related: DXB, DWC).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Dubai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Dubai to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Dubai to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,020 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Dubai route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with United Arab Emirates (Dubai).
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