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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,167. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dubai.$1,137 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,137, select.

Dubai.$1,142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,142, select.

Dubai.$1,158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,158, select.

Dubai.$1,161 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,161, select.

Dubai.$1,164 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,164, select.

Dubai.$1,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,166, select.

Dubai.$1,167 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,167, select.

Dubai.$1,169 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Tue, 18 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,169, select.

Dubai.$1,169 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,169, select.

Dubai.$1,182 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,182, select.

Dubai.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.

Dubai.$1,203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,203, select.

Dubai.$1,203 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,203, select.

Dubai.$1,205 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,205, select.

Dubai.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jul, returning Fri, 9 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 4 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 9 Jul, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

Dubai.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai

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

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Sao Paulo to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,137
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	14 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Gulf Air
Average flights per week	15

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Dubai?

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.

How much are return flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai is $1,137. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

14 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

Gulf Air and Emirates fly direct from Sao Paulo to Dubai.

How many flights are there a week from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

As of July 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Dubai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Dubai?

If you're flying from Sao Paulo, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,137.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai on Monday, 16 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 29 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Sao Paulo to Dubai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Dubai?

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.

What’s the weather like in Dubai?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 36°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sao Paulo to Dubai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Qatar Airways. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is Emirates.

Flying from Sao Paulo to Dubai: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can take off from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Dubai flight is 14 hours 25 minutes.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai seven hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai is with Emirates at 01:35. Go for the first GRU to DXB departure operated by Emirates at 01:05 to fit in more activities on your first day in Dubai.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Sao Paulo to Dubai flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai

To score cheap Sao Paulo to Dubai flights, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Dubai is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Sao Paulo to Dubai flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)

Take off from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) on a nonstop flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai. From GRU, you can fly directly into Dubai Airport (DXB).
Check out the deals with Emirates. This carrier offers direct Sao Paulo to Dubai plane tickets from GRU.
We make it a breeze to find a Sao Paulo to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
- Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH)
- Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.

Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)

On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai, kick back in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Travel at your own pace with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

After your flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 48 kilometres from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The journey will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai:
Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Grab a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC will save you money.

Best time to go to Dubai

December is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, head to Dubai in March.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to Dubai ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Dubai 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.

More about Dubai

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 26 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
Around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.