How Many Emirates Skywards Miles to Fly to San Francisco?
Also see: San Francisco → Dubai
San Francisco is priced at 32,500 miles economy and 157,500 miles business class each way — the same as Los Angeles. The Dubai–San Francisco route is popular with tech industry travelers between Silicon Valley and the Gulf region.
Emirates Skywards Award Chart — San Francisco
Emirates operates nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Flight time is approximately 16 hours westbound.
| Cabin | Miles (each way) |
|---|---|
| Economy | 32,500 |
| Premium Economy | 87,500 |
| Business Class | 157,500 |
| First Class | 186,000 |
Emirates Skywards award rates are fixed — no peak/off-peak pricing. Rates shown are one-way saver awards on Emirates metal.
Tips for Redeeming Emirates Skywards Miles to San Francisco
- 1SFO and LAX are priced identically in Emirates' award chart.
- 2The westbound DXB→SFO leg is ~16 hours — business class with a flat bed makes a significant difference.
- 3Emirates First Class is one of the best products in the sky — private suites, lie-flat beds, and Shower Spa access on A380 flights. Redemptions here often offer outstanding value.
- 4Emirates Skywards miles transfer from American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One Miles, and Bilt Rewards.
- 5All Emirates award flights route through Dubai (DXB). If you're open to a stopover, Emirates allows you to explore Dubai between flights at no extra mileage cost.
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