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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to China from AED 969

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SHA
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
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 28 July 2026.

Wed 23/1213:00
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop18h 15m
Gulf Air
Tue 5/119:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop27h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 26/7AED 1,575
Mon 14/1207:45
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop23h 30m
Gulf Air
Thu 24/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop27h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,579
Wed 9/1207:45
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop23h 30m
Gulf Air
Sat 2/119:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop29h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,583
Mon 16/1101:00
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop27h 50m
Air China
Sun 22/1120:55
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop30h 15m
Air China
Deal found 27/7AED 1,770
Tue 1/1201:15
DXB
-
CKG
2 stops33h 25m
Air China
Sat 5/1218:50
CKG
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Air China
Deal found 27/7AED 1,774
Fri 25/921:00
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 10/1019:20
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop26h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7AED 1,781
Thu 10/923:25
DXB
-
CKG
1 stop11h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/901:50
CKG
-
DXB
1 stop13h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7AED 1,792
Sat 31/1001:00
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop31h 50m
Air China
Wed 11/1120:55
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop30h 15m
Air China
Deal found 27/7AED 1,803
Sat 31/1001:00
DXB
-
SZX
1 stop28h 00m
Air China
Wed 11/1120:50
SZX
-
DXB
1 stop30h 20m
Air China
Deal found 27/7AED 1,803
Sat 31/1001:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop14h 30m
Air China
Wed 11/1119:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop32h 15m
Air China
Deal found 27/7AED 1,803
Sat 19/1201:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 30m
Air China
Sat 26/1216:30
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop34h 45m
Air China
Deal found 26/7AED 1,810
Thu 12/1101:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 30m
Air China
Fri 20/1119:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop32h 15m
Air China
Deal found 26/7AED 1,814

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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,575

One-way from

AED 969

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 2,820

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,869 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 645 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 23/12-5/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Dubai to China
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 24/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 25m total
  • Dubai to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price (AED 4,967 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (AED 670 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 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 28 July 2026.
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Return

Price

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DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/9

23:25-15:10

1 stop11h 45m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 16/9

01:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

AED 1,792

DubaiHangzhou

DXB - HGH

DXBHGH

Dubai Intl

Sat 31/10

01:00-12:55

1 stop31h 55m

Hangzhou

Thu 5/11

11:55-23:10

1 stop15h 15m

AED 1,818

DubaiQingdao

DXB - TAO

DXBTAO

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/11

01:15-19:55

1 stop14h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 23/11

07:55-23:15

1 stop19h 20m

AED 1,873

DubaiShenzhen

DXB - SZX

DXBSZX

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/12

01:15-15:30

1 stop34h 15m

Shenzhen

Sun 6/12

08:25-23:15

1 stop18h 50m

AED 1,902

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/9

23:25-15:10

1 stop11h 45m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Fri 18/9

01:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

AED 2,122

DubaiHangzhou

DXB - HGH

DXBHGH

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/8

23:25-16:05

1 stop12h 40m

Hangzhou

Wed 2/9

19:20-10:15

2 stops18h 55m

AED 2,174

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/9

23:00-15:10

1 stop12h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 16/9

01:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

AED 2,222

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/8

23:00-15:10

1 stop12h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 24/8

01:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

AED 2,233

DubaiChongqing

DXB - CKG

DXBCKG

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/8

23:00-15:10

1 stop12h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 26/8

01:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

AED 2,233

DubaiQingdao

DXB - TAO

DXBTAO

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/11

21:05-00:10

1 stop23h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 23/11

07:20-19:15

1 stop15h 55m

AED 2,262

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to China

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to China (average of AED 1,704). Flying from Dubai to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,437). 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 28 July 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 27% of weekly flights between Dubai and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Thursday 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 23% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to China, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 28 July 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
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Air China
7.4
Good
157 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 Qatar Airways, Air China, and China Eastern fly from Dubai to China in about 11h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 10m. The distance between Dubai and China is about 5039 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 653).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to China (average of AED 1,704). Flying from Dubai to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,437). 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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapestAED 679AverageAED 1,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 752AverageAED 2,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestAED 878AverageAED 1,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 961AverageAED 1,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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US-Bangla AirlinesCheapestAED 1,097AverageAED 2,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,225AverageAED 3,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,228AverageAED 1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,274AverageAED 1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 1,368AverageAED 1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 1,390AverageAED 1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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