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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Dubai to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Diego.$915 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6, returning Thu, Nov 13.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Dubai on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Thu, Nov 13, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.
San Diego.$943 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 12, returning Sat, Jun 21.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Dubai on Thu, Jun 12, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Jun 21, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $943, select.
San Diego.$943 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 15, returning Sun, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Dubai on Mon, Sep 15, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $943, select.
San Diego.$963 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 31, returning Wed, Nov 12.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Dubai on Fri, Oct 31, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Nov 12, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $963, select.
San Diego.$1,111 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 3, returning Wed, Aug 6.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Dubai on Thu, Jul 3, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Aug 6, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,111, select.
San Diego.$1,115 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 13, returning Sun, Jul 20.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Dubai on Sun, Jul 13, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Jul 20, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,115, select.
San Diego.$1,120 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 21, returning Thu, May 14.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Dubai on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Diego International on Thu, May 14, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,120, select.
San Diego.$1,214 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 16, returning Sat, Aug 23.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Dubai on Sat, Aug 16, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Aug 23, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,214, select.

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

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Cheapest flight found$915
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan – Palomar.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to San Diego is $915. 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 Dubai to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $915.
There are no flights flying from Dubai to San Diego, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to San Diego is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Dubai, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the center of San Diego. We've found flights to this airport from $915.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to San Diego on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dubai and San Diego. 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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is British Airways.

Traveling from Dubai to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Dubai has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to San Diego leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where your flight will arrive in San Diego.

  • San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, making San Diego 11 hours behind Dubai.

  • To ensure you make it on your Dubai to San Diego flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to San Diego

  • To find cheap Dubai to San Diego flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Dubai to San Diego across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Dubai to San Diego.

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

Flying from Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • We make it easy to book a Dubai to San Diego flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Traveling from central Dubai to DXB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to San Diego? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dubai Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • You can reach DWC from the center of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 40 kilometers or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to San Diego? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 3 kilometers from the center of San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to San Diego. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Explore without limits with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience more of San Diego and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbor Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Once your flight from Dubai to San Diego has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city center in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometers from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 2 hours 15 minutes or so.

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make collecting a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from CLD ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to San Diego. To travel when it's less crowded, go to San Diego in May.

  • When booking your Dubai to San Diego tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Dubai to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about San Diego

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen San Diego, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 177 kilometers north-west to Los Angeles to check off its must-visit sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 483 kilometers east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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