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Cheap flights from China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates 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 21/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Dubai

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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 26 June 2026.

Tue 8/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop29h 35m
Gulf Air
Tue 22/1223:35
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop31h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,616
Tue 15/922:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop20h 00m
Air India
Mon 28/900:30
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop15h 50m
Air India
Deal found 26/6AED 1,704
Thu 13/819:20
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop31h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 19/810:50
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop21h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 23/6AED 1,744
Tue 8/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop29h 35m
Gulf Air
Wed 23/1207:45
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop23h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,788
Sat 5/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop21h 10m
Gulf Air
Fri 25/1219:05
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,803
Tue 8/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop31h 35m
Gulf Air
Mon 21/1219:05
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,873
Mon 17/815:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop32h 20m
Gulf Air
Tue 1/912:55
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/6AED 1,884
Sat 5/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop31h 35m
Gulf Air
Mon 21/1219:05
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,891
Mon 31/815:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop34h 40m
Gulf Air
Sun 6/908:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/6AED 1,895
Fri 20/1117:15
CTU
-
DXB
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 24/1120:45
DXB
-
CTU
1 stop18h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/6AED 1,909
Thu 15/1019:20
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop26h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 27/1023:35
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop31h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/6AED 1,931
Thu 26/1100:45
SZX
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Mon 30/1110:45
DXB
-
SZX
Nonstop7h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6AED 1,935

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 26 June 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,616

One-way from

AED 969

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 2,541

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,944 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,555 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 8/12-22/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 15m total
  • China to Dubai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 21/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 00m total
  • China to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,972 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 542 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 26 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Dubai that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

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Cheapest return flight

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 13/8

19:20-22:35

1 stop31h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/8

10:50-12:00

1 stop21h 10m

AED 1,744

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 10/12

19:00-03:35

1 stop12h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/12

19:05-11:15

1 stop12h 10m

AED 1,873

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 31/8

15:55-22:35

1 stop34h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/9

08:00-09:55

1 stop21h 55m

AED 1,895

ChengduDubai

CTU - DXB

CTUDXB

Chengdu

Fri 20/11

17:15-19:15

1 stop30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/11

20:45-19:20

1 stop18h 35m

AED 1,909

ShenzhenDubai

SZX - DXB

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

Thu 10/12

23:30-10:55

1 stop15h 25m

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/12

13:00-08:15

1 stop15h 15m

AED 1,935
Fastest return journey

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/12

00:15-05:00

Nonstop8h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/12

10:50-21:45

Nonstop6h 55m

AED 1,935

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 17/11

00:15-05:00

Nonstop8h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/11

10:50-21:45

Nonstop6h 55m

AED 1,935

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/11

15:05-19:15

1 stop32h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/11

20:45-22:40

1 stop21h 55m

AED 1,983

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

18:00-19:15

1 stop29h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/11

20:45-15:55

1 stop15h 10m

AED 1,983

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 18/11

18:15-19:15

1 stop29h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/11

20:45-01:10

1 stop24h 25m

AED 1,983

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Best time to book a flight from China to Dubai

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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 753). Flying from China to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,968). 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 26 June 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

How often are flights from China to Dubai delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between China and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 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 Wednesday 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 12% 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 26 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,600 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,600 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,600 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,600 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

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 40m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,935. 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 791 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from China to Dubai, consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Dubai Intl, Shanghai Pu Dong - Dubai Intl or Beijing Capital - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 753). Flying from China to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,968). 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 2 airlines flying from China to Dubai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestAED 1,904AverageAED 2,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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