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Flights from Dubai to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 17h 15m (13,400 km). Emirates flies it. Lowest fare seen: $1149 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Dubai to Los Angeles

Carriers on DXB–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Emiratesnonstop fare seen

Dubai to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $1171 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $556. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$119327 Oct 2026 · Emirates$581 · 3 stops28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$118018 Nov 2026 · Emirates$663 · 2 stops19 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$119326 Dec 2026 · Emirates$585 · 3 stops6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$123518 Jan 2027 · Emirates$603 · 3 stops16 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$117111 Feb 2027 · Emirates$556 · 3 stops11 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$12274 Mar 2027 · Emirates$683 · 2 stops4 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$11714 Apr 2027 · Emirates$756 · 3 stops4 Apr 2027
May 2027$11978 May 2027 · Emirates$720 · 1 stop8 May 2027
Aug 2027$123228 Aug 2027 · Emirates$725 · 1 stop28 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $581 for October 2026, $556 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Dubai to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Dubai to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Dubai to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Dubai (DXB) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 17h 15m, covering 13,400 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Dubai from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Dubai International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 13,400 km (8,326 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Dubai to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DXB–LAX route include Emirates. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Dubai to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DXB–LAX was $1149 USD with Emirates (nonstop), departing 17 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $556 one-way, against $756 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Dubai to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $556 with 3 stops against $1149 nonstop, a saving of $593. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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