Cheap flights from China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 661

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,271

One-way from

AED 661

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,693

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,507 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 626 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/12-23/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • China to Dubai
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 10/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • China to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 838 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (AED 473 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from China to Dubai Intl.

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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 3 November 2025.

Wed 17/1222:30SHA - DXB
1 stop28h 45mAir China
Tue 23/1201:15DXB - SHA
1 stop13h 30mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,271
Thu 18/1221:30SHA - DXB
1 stop29h 45mAir China
Wed 24/1201:15DXB - SHA
1 stop14h 45mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,289
Thu 25/1222:10CAN - DXB
1 stop22h 50mAir China
Wed 31/1218:55DXB - CAN
1 stop17h 45mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,297
Thu 18/1221:30CTU - DXB
1 stop23h 30mAir China
Wed 24/1201:15DXB - CTU
1 stop16h 25mAir China
Deal found 3/11AED 1,300
Tue 16/1221:30CTU - DXB
1 stop23h 30mAir China
Mon 22/1201:15DXB - CTU
1 stop12h 45mAir China
Deal found 1/11AED 1,304
Thu 6/1122:10CAN - DXB
1 stop22h 50mAir China
Wed 12/1118:55DXB - CAN
1 stop17h 45mAir China
Deal found 1/11AED 1,304
Tue 16/1210:50CAN - DXB
1 stop34h 10mAir China
Mon 22/1201:15DXB - CAN
1 stop13h 05mAir China
Deal found 1/11AED 1,311
Sun 16/1114:00SHA - DXB
1 stop13h 15mAir China
Tue 18/1101:15DXB - SHA
1 stop11h 40mAir China
Deal found 1/11AED 1,315
Mon 1/1221:30SHA - DXB
1 stop29h 45mAir China
Tue 23/1201:15DXB - SHA
1 stop12h 40mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,322
Mon 1/1216:30PVG - DXB
1 stop34h 45mAir China
Tue 23/1201:15DXB - PVG
1 stop28h 30mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,322
Wed 3/1207:45SHA - DXB
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Sun 14/1201:15DXB - SHA
1 stop16h 25mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,330
Wed 17/1218:00SZX - DXB
1 stop33h 15mAir China
Wed 24/1218:55DXB - SZX
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Deal found 2/11AED 1,330

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

China

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

22:30-23:15

1 stop28h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

01:15-18:45

1 stop13h 30m

AED 1,271

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/12

21:30-23:15

1 stop29h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/12

01:15-20:00

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,289

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

11:30-23:15

1 stop15h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

01:00-10:10

1 stop29h 10m

AED 1,300

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/12

21:30-23:15

1 stop29h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

01:15-17:55

1 stop12h 40m

AED 1,322

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/12

16:30-23:15

1 stop34h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

01:15-09:45

1 stop28h 30m

AED 1,322

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

Wed 17/12

20:00-23:15

1 stop31h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

01:15-11:50

1 stop30h 35m

AED 1,330

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

Thu 27/11

10:30-23:15

1 stop16h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/12

01:15-20:55

1 stop15h 40m

AED 1,333

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

Thu 27/11

23:05-10:55

1 stop15h 50m

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/12

13:00-08:45

1 stop15h 45m

AED 1,392

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/12

10:25-20:45

1 stop14h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 25/12

23:15-20:15

1 stop17h 00m

AED 1,440

Xi'anDubai

XIY - DXB

XIYDXB

Xi'an Xianyang

Fri 13/3

21:05-20:30

1 stop27h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

22:30-09:35

1 stop31h 05m

AED 1,440

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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 812). Flying from China to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,341). 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 3 November 2025.

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 28% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from China to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 17 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their China to Dubai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3 November 2025.
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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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 15h 50m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,392. 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 661 on SriLankan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from AED 746 and Air China from AED 768 one-way.

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

  • 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 812). Flying from China to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,341). 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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