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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to China from AED 859

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
28 Aug — 4 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 29 July 2026.

Sun 1/1107:40
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop24h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 11/1116:30
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop22h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,818
Wed 23/1202:45
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop21h 55m
Biman Bangladesh
Sat 9/105:40
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop23h 35m
Biman Bangladesh
Deal found 26/7AED 1,821
Fri 25/919:20
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop13h 50m
Gulf Air
Sat 10/1019:20
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,847
Fri 25/911:55
AUH
-
CAN
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1019:20
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7AED 1,902
Fri 25/1212:00
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop19h 15m
Gulf Air
Sat 9/119:00
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,917
Thu 19/1112:05
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop19h 50m
Gulf Air
Sun 29/1119:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop32h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 28/7AED 1,946
Thu 10/923:50
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop33h 20m
Gulf Air
Thu 17/919:20
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop31h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,983
Tue 22/1223:55
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop31h 20m
Gulf Air
Tue 12/119:00
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop32h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 2,001
Mon 26/1023:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop32h 00m
Gulf Air
Sun 1/1119:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop27h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 26/7AED 2,001
Wed 26/822:45
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/918:50
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7AED 2,020
Fri 25/1212:00
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop19h 15m
Gulf Air
Thu 7/119:00
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop27h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 2,053
Sat 24/1023:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop12h 05m
Gulf Air
Sun 1/1119:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop32h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 26/7AED 2,053

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 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,818

One-way from

AED 859

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 2,585

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,568 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,655 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 1/11-11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 00m total
  • Abu Dhabi to China
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 26/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 05m 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 7,073 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 29 July 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

12:05-13:10

1 stop21h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 10/10

19:20-04:15

1 stop12h 55m

AED 1,891

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

11:55-02:00

2 stops34h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 10/10

19:20-23:05

1 stop31h 45m

AED 1,902

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/12

23:55-11:15

1 stop31h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/1

19:00-23:10

1 stop32h 10m

AED 2,001

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/12

07:40-11:15

1 stop23h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 9/1

19:00-03:55

1 stop12h 55m

AED 2,001

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 23/8

22:45-21:50

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

18:50-22:15

1 stop31h 25m

AED 2,075

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 12/9

11:55-01:20

2 stops33h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 19/9

19:20-23:05

1 stop31h 45m

AED 2,222

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 21/8

14:45-12:40

2 stops17h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/8

15:55-04:15

1 stop16h 20m

AED 2,589

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 4/12

21:15-19:00

1 stop17h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 7/12

07:30-00:30

1 stop21h 00m

AED 2,611

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 23/8

04:50-12:45

3 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

18:50-22:15

1 stop31h 25m

AED 2,640

Abu DhabiChengdu

AUH - CTU

AUHCTU

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 24/8

21:00-19:25

1 stop18h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 31/8

17:30-00:25

1 stop34h 55m

AED 2,655

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China (average of AED 1,777). 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 29 July 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 29 July 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
1,494 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

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
1,494 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,494 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

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
229 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,494 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

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 18h 25m. Abu Dhabi and China are separated by a distance of 4868 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China (average of AED 1,777). 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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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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