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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to China from AED 778

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Wed 9/920:10 -
1 stop13h 40m
Wed 16/907:55 -
1 stop13h 50m
Deal found 4/8AED 1,550
Thu 3/923:55 -
2 stops40h 25m
Thu 10/918:50 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 4/8AED 1,796
Fri 2/1023:55 -
2 stops16h 25m
Sun 11/1015:55 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 7/8AED 1,821
Fri 2/1023:55 -
2 stops16h 25m
Sun 11/1022:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 7/8AED 1,825
Mon 28/1223:55 -
1 stop32h 00m
Sun 3/116:30 -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 6/8AED 1,832
Sun 6/923:55 -
2 stops40h 25m
Sun 13/922:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 7/8AED 1,869
Mon 21/923:55 -
2 stops16h 25m
Tue 29/922:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 7/8AED 1,873
Fri 18/1223:55 -
1 stop32h 00m
Sun 3/116:30 -
1 stop34h 40m
Deal found 4/8AED 1,880
Fri 25/912:05 -
1 stop21h 05m
Sat 10/1019:20 -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 5/8AED 1,910
Fri 25/911:55 -
2 stops34h 05m
Sat 10/1019:20 -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 5/8AED 1,932
Thu 3/923:55 -
2 stops40h 25m
Thu 10/922:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 4/8AED 1,939
Thu 3/905:45 -
1 stop12h 55m
Wed 9/900:35 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 4/8AED 1,998

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Abu Dhabi to China flight deals. Data was last updated 8 August 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,550

One-way from

AED 778

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 4,873

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,900 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,655 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to China
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 51% potential increase in price (AED 19,328 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 62% potential price decrease (AED 7,074 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to China.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
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Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 3/9

05:45-22:40

1 stop12h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

00:35-10:55

1 stop14h 20m

AED 1,998

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 9/9

23:45-22:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/9

18:50-10:55

1 stop20h 05m

AED 2,023

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 20/9

11:55-01:30

2 stops33h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 27/9

05:00-23:25

1 stop22h 25m

AED 2,280

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 1/10

12:05-10:50

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

15:55-18:35

1 stop30h 40m

AED 2,343

Abu DhabiSanya

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SYX Sanya Phoenix Intl

AUHSYX

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 25/11

21:15-23:30

1 stop22h 15m

Sanya Phoenix Intl

Sun 29/11

15:00-00:30

1 stop37h 30m

AED 2,350

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 8/9

11:55-01:40

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/9

09:30-04:20

2 stops22h 50m

AED 2,391

Abu DhabiBeijing

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

AUHPEK

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 6/9

23:55-13:25

3 stops33h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 14/9

08:25-10:55

3 stops30h 30m

AED 2,537

Abu DhabiBeijing

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

AUHPEK

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 1/9

23:55-05:30

2 stops25h 35m

Beijing Capital

Tue 8/9

10:55-10:55

3 stops28h 00m

AED 2,585

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

23:30-19:00

1 stop15h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 30/11

09:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

AED 2,692

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/11

21:20-19:50

1 stop18h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 16/11

20:10-20:30

1 stop28h 20m

AED 2,692

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China (average of AED 1,686). Flying from Abu Dhabi to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AUH to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Abu Dhabi to China as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated 8 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to China, such as Etihad Airways and China Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to China?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China. It is only a 28.0 km journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to China?

    Departing from Abu Dhabi to China will take you 12h 55m. Abu Dhabi and China are separated by a distance of 6545 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Abu Dhabi to China?

    The most popular flight routes from Abu Dhabi to China are Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong and Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China (average of AED 1,686). Flying from Abu Dhabi to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to China

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 2,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,440AverageAED 3,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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