Dubai is a long-haul trip from the U.S. Search DXB, then decide whether a one-stop on Emirates, United, or another Gulf carrier fits the dates. November–March is the milder weather window.
How people fly
Nonstops from selected U.S. cities exist on some carriers; one-stops via Europe or the Gulf are more common. Compare total time, not just stops.
On the ground
DXB is the main airport. Hotels and desert tours are booked separately from airfare.