Dubai (DXB) to Sacramento (SMF)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,014

miles

12,897

kilometers

6,964

nautical miles

🕐 15h 46m

Flight Time

🧭 N (357°)

Direction

🌍 -12h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	8,014	+4,808	12,822 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	8,014	+4,808	12,822 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	8,014	+4,007	12,021 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	8,014	+4,007	12,021 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	8,014	+8,014	16,028 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	8,014	+4,007	12,021 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Sacramento, your watch will be 12 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DXB to SMF route connects Dubai, United Arab Emirates with Sacramento, United States. This long-haul flight covers 8,014 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United Arab Emirates to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a N bearing of 357° from Dubai. There is a 12 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DXB

Dubai International Airport

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the world's busiest airport for international passengers.

🛬 About SMF

Sacramento International Airport

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) serves Sacramento, United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is 8,014 miles (12,897 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from DXB to SMF typically take around 15h 46m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 8,014 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.