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Cheap flights from China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 819

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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
18 may. — 25 may.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from China to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 abril 2026.

dom. 10/520:00
PVG
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DXB
1 stop30h 00m
Air China
sáb. 16/500:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Air China
Deal found 14/4AED 1,550
lun. 25/511:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 50m
Air China
mié. 27/500:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop11h 50m
Air China
Deal found 16/4AED 1,557
lun. 8/616:20
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop34h 00m
Air China
mié. 10/600:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Air China
Deal found 17/4AED 1,557
lun. 15/623:15
SZX
-
DXB
1 stop15h 40m
Hainan Airlines
mar. 30/613:00
DXB
-
SZX
1 stop14h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 15/4AED 1,667
vie. 5/608:55
SHA
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DXB
1 stop17h 25m
Air China
vie. 19/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop12h 45m
Air China
Deal found 17/4AED 1,682
lun. 25/509:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
mié. 27/500:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 15/4AED 1,682
lun. 29/623:15
SZX
-
DXB
1 stop15h 40m
Hainan Airlines
vie. 3/713:00
DXB
-
SZX
1 stop14h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/4AED 1,700
lun. 7/916:25
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop22h 30m
Hainan Airlines
mar. 15/913:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 17/4AED 1,766
jue. 4/619:20
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
jue. 11/623:35
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop33h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 16/4AED 1,770
sáb. 16/507:25
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop18h 35m
Air China
vie. 22/500:10
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop17h 25m
Air China
Deal found 16/4AED 1,803
jue. 4/619:20
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
vie. 12/617:00
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop16h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 16/4AED 1,884
vie. 5/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
sáb. 20/617:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 17/4AED 1,887

Find flight deals from China to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 18 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,550

One-way from

AED 819

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

AED 2,651

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,944 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,555 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 10/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 50m total
  • China to Dubai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 16/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 10m total
  • China to Dubai
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 349 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Dubai Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Dubai 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 18 abril 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 8/6

11:30-22:20

1 stop14h 50m

Dubai Intl

mié. 10/6

00:10-16:00

1 stop11h 50m

AED 1,557

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 11/5

15:55-20:15

1 stop32h 20m

Dubai Intl

mié. 13/5

23:35-10:50

1 stop31h 15m

AED 1,700

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

jue. 28/5

00:45-05:05

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

vie. 5/6

11:00-22:40

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 1,968
Fastest return journey

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

dom. 20/9

00:45-04:20

Nonstop7h 35m

Dubai Intl

mar. 29/9

11:00-22:40

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 1,968

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 4/5

07:20-12:40

Nonstop9h 20m

Dubai Intl

dom. 17/5

09:45-22:20

Nonstop8h 35m

AED 1,968

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 15/5

07:20-12:40

Nonstop9h 20m

Dubai Intl

lun. 18/5

09:45-22:20

Nonstop8h 35m

AED 1,968

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

dom. 24/5

00:20-04:30

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

dom. 31/5

10:15-22:00

Nonstop7h 45m

AED 1,968

BeijingDubai

PEK - DXB

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

mié. 13/5

07:25-11:50

Nonstop8h 25m

Dubai Intl

mié. 20/5

10:40-22:20

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 1,968

BeijingDubai

PEK - DXB

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

lun. 4/5

07:25-11:50

Nonstop8h 25m

Dubai Intl

dom. 17/5

10:40-22:20

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 1,968

BeijingDubai

PEK - DXB

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

vie. 29/5

07:25-11:50

Nonstop8h 25m

Dubai Intl

vie. 5/6

10:40-22:20

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 1,968

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Best time to book a flight from China to Dubai

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 617). Flying from China to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,193). 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 CN to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 abril 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from China to Dubai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

How often are flights from China to Dubai delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between China and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 18 abril 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern from China to Dubai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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

    Dubai Intl (DXB), located 10.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from China to Dubai.

  • How long is the flight from China to Dubai?

    A quick flight from China to Dubai can take about 8h 20m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,968. China and Dubai are separated by a distance of 5897 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 570 on Sichuan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from AED 600 and Air China from AED 645 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from China to Dubai, consider Guangzhou Baiyun - Dubai Intl, Shanghai Pu Dong - Dubai Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Dubai Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 617). Flying from China to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,193). 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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China SouthernCheapestAED 1,904AverageAED 2,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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