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Flight deals from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £540. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.£525 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Sun, 24 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £525, select.
Dubai.£531 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £531, select.
Dubai.£540 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Dubai on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £540, select.
Dubai.£541 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Thu, 7 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £541, select.
Dubai.£574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £574, select.
Dubai.£575 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £575, select.
Dubai.£597 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £597, select.
Dubai.£600 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £600, select.
Dubai.£742 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Dubai on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £742, select.
Dubai.£848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Dubai on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £848, select.
Dubai.£895 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dubai on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £895, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in May.
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San Diego International to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

Dubai

3 miles from central Dubai
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Sharjah

13 miles from central Dubai
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

28 miles from central Dubai
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Ras Al Khaimah

46 miles from central Dubai
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San Diego to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£525
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Dubai is £525. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego International to Dubai. But we found flights with one or more stops from £525.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from San Diego International to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Dubai is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport on Wednesday, 13 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego International Airport and Dubai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai 11 hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Your SAN to DXB flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and DXB:

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is £321. A round-trip ticket is currently £525. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SAN to DXB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAN to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The address for SAN is Airport Drive.

  • 71.38% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • San Diego International Airport is about 3 miles from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Reserve a hotel near DXB if you're taking a late San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SAN to DXB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 14 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 75 miles south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.

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