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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to China from AED 698

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,212

One-way from

AED 698

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

AED 1,965

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,250 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 763 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to China
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 785 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 390 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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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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 13 January 2026.

Wed 11/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop14h 55m
Air China
Mon 23/320:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop29h 20m
Air China
Deal found 12/1AED 1,208
Wed 4/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop13h 05m
Air China
Wed 11/312:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop13h 20m
Air China
Deal found 12/1AED 1,212
Tue 20/123:30
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop15h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 1/220:10
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop29h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/1AED 1,216
Mon 30/320:10
AUH
-
CTU
1 stop13h 50m
Air China
Sat 11/407:00
CTU
-
AUH
1 stop14h 45m
Air China
Deal found 11/1AED 1,227
Tue 14/423:20
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop15h 25m
China Eastern
Fri 24/420:00
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop29h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/1AED 1,271
Wed 11/323:50
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop30h 15m
Air China
Mon 23/319:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop30h 50m
Air China
Deal found 12/1AED 1,304
Wed 21/121:20
AUH
-
WUH
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 24/108:05
WUH
-
AUH
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/1AED 1,513
Thu 26/200:30
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/310:30
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1AED 1,649
Thu 5/223:30
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop20h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 17/220:55
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop32h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/1AED 1,715
Wed 25/200:30
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/313:45
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1AED 1,755
Wed 21/123:30
AUH
-
CAN
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 24/107:30
CAN
-
AUH
1 stop18h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/1AED 1,763
Thu 5/223:35
AUH
-
PVG
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/207:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1AED 1,774

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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 13 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Abu Dhabi

Fly to

China

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

23:50-18:45

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

20:30-21:50

1 stop29h 20m

AED 1,208

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/3

23:50-16:55

1 stop13h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/3

12:30-21:50

1 stop13h 20m

AED 1,212

Abu DhabiChengdu

AUH - CTU

AUHCTU

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 30/3

20:10-14:00

1 stop13h 50m

Chengdu

Sat 11/4

07:00-17:45

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,227

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 14/4

23:20-18:45

1 stop15h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 24/4

20:00-21:20

1 stop29h 20m

AED 1,271

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

23:50-10:05

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

19:00-21:50

1 stop30h 50m

AED 1,304

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 26/2

00:30-04:50

1 stop24h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 6/3

10:30-21:50

1 stop15h 20m

AED 1,649

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 5/2

23:35-20:20

2 stops16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

07:00-21:50

1 stop18h 50m

AED 1,774

Abu DhabiChengdu

AUH - CTU

AUHCTU

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

21:20-14:30

1 stop13h 10m

Chengdu

Fri 6/3

17:30-21:10

1 stop31h 40m

AED 1,785

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/3

23:55-11:55

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/3

16:30-18:50

1 stop30h 20m

AED 1,796

Abu DhabiGuangzhou

AUH - CAN

AUHCAN

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

04:30-04:05

2 stops19h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 7/3

21:00-11:35

1 stop18h 35m

AED 1,924

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to China (average of AED 845). Flying from Abu Dhabi to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,351). 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 13 January 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 13 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to China, such as Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,369 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
188 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

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 14h 55m. Abu Dhabi and China are separated by a distance of 6500 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 Pu Dong, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 845). Flying from Abu Dhabi to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,351). 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 3 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to China

Discover the top 3 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 13 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,450AverageAED 3,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,691AverageAED 1,944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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