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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to China from AED 617

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SHA
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Fri 13/323:15
DXB
-
HGH
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Fri 20/322:10
HGH
-
DXB
1 stop26h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1AED 995
Fri 13/323:15
DXB
-
CKG
1 stop13h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 20/312:00
CKG
-
DXB
2 stops36h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1AED 1,153
Fri 20/313:00
DXB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Mon 23/320:00
PEK
-
DXB
1 stop18h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 27/1AED 1,153
Sat 7/320:45
DXB
-
CKG
1 stop23h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 25/312:00
CKG
-
DXB
2 stops36h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/1AED 1,164
Sun 8/321:05
DXB
-
CKG
1 stop18h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 25/312:00
CKG
-
DXB
2 stops36h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/1AED 1,168
Fri 13/322:30
DXB
-
XIY
1 stop31h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 20/321:05
XIY
-
DXB
1 stop27h 25m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/1AED 1,182
Wed 11/301:15
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop29h 00m
Air China
Mon 16/319:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop32h 15m
Air China
Deal found 27/1AED 1,219
Wed 11/301:15
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop11h 40m
Air China
Mon 16/318:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop32h 45m
Air China
Deal found 27/1AED 1,219
Fri 13/313:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 26/311:35
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 27/1AED 1,227
Fri 13/313:00
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop29h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 26/309:00
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop29h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 27/1AED 1,227
Wed 18/301:15
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 50m
Air China
Mon 30/318:50
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop31h 30m
Air China
Deal found 26/1AED 1,230
Thu 12/301:00
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop29h 10m
Air China
Fri 20/321:00
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop30h 10m
Air China
Deal found 27/1AED 1,230

Find flight deals from Dubai to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dubai to China flight deals. Data was last updated 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 995

One-way from

AED 617

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

AED 1,965

Good round-trip deal

AED 873 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 640 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • Dubai to China
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • Dubai to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (AED 489 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 396 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 Dubai Intl to China.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to China that are best for you.

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Dubai

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China

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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiHangzhou

DXB - HGH

DXBHGH

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

23:15-19:05

1 stop15h 50m

Hangzhou

Fri 20/3

22:10-20:45

1 stop26h 35m

AED 995

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop17h 00m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 23/3

21:30-10:55

1 stop17h 25m

AED 1,153

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

23:15-17:10

1 stop13h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Fri 20/3

12:00-20:45

2 stops36h 45m

AED 1,153

DubaiXi'an

DXB - XIY

DXBXIY

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

22:30-09:35

1 stop31h 05m

Xi'an Xianyang

Fri 20/3

21:05-20:30

1 stop27h 25m

AED 1,182

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

13:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

09:00-10:55

1 stop29h 55m

AED 1,234

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 27/3

13:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

08:30-10:55

1 stop30h 25m

AED 1,238

DubaiShenzhen

DXB - SZX

DXBSZX

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/3

01:00-19:35

1 stop14h 35m

Shenzhen

Fri 20/3

18:00-23:15

1 stop33h 15m

AED 1,241

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/3

23:15-22:10

1 stop18h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Tue 24/3

21:40-20:45

1 stop27h 05m

AED 1,245

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/3

23:15-22:10

1 stop18h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sun 29/3

21:35-19:55

1 stop26h 20m

AED 1,245

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/3

23:15-22:10

1 stop18h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 25/3

10:25-20:45

1 stop14h 20m

AED 1,245

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to China

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to China (average of AED 845). Flying from Dubai 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 DXB to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 January 2026.

When flying from Dubai to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Dubai to China delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Dubai and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to China flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to China, such as Emirates, Sichuan Airlines, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 Dubai to China?

    For a flight from Dubai to China, you will be flying from Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to China?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Hainan Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines fly from Dubai to China in about 15h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 15m. The distance between Dubai and China is about 6338 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to China one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to China are China Southern (AED 626), China Eastern (AED 640), and Air China (AED 654).

  • What are the most popular routes from Dubai to China?

    The most popular route from Dubai to China is Dubai Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Dubai Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Dubai Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to China?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to China (average of AED 845). Flying from Dubai 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 10 airlines flying from Dubai to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dubai 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 918AverageAED 1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 938AverageAED 1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 961AverageAED 1,833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,105AverageAED 3,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestAED 1,196AverageAED 1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,246AverageAED 1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,274AverageAED 1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 1,381AverageAED 1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestAED 1,456AverageAED 1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,904AverageAED 2,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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