Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC): what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to DWC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
ر.ق. 2,809 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 6,610. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to DWC, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Consider staying in a hotel near DWC if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to central Dubai
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
April is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Dubai in May.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to DWC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are the start of reasons to visit.
