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Cheap flights from China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 977

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
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 16 August 2026.

Sat 5/922:00 -
1 stop20h 00m
Thu 10/915:30 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 15/8AED 1,740
Thu 24/1215:20 -
1 stop22h 05m
Fri 1/118:15 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 16/8AED 1,924
Sun 13/922:00 -
1 stop23h 45m
Fri 18/915:30 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 14/8AED 1,983
Mon 21/905:15 -
3 stops34h 10m
Tue 29/915:30 -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 16/8AED 2,045
Thu 19/1118:10 -
1 stop20h 15m
Tue 24/1105:20 -
1 stop12h 25m
Deal found 14/8AED 2,064
Mon 28/1206:50 -
Nonstop8h 50m
Thu 31/1211:00 -
Nonstop7h 30m
Deal found 13/8AED 2,071
Mon 5/1007:20 -
Nonstop8h 40m
Mon 19/1009:40 -
Nonstop8h 40m
Deal found 15/8AED 2,082
Mon 21/905:00 -
1 stop20h 25m
Tue 29/911:50 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 16/8AED 2,097
Thu 19/1109:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Tue 24/1113:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Deal found 14/8AED 2,104
Thu 10/919:20 -
1 stop31h 15m
Sun 22/1123:35 -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 13/8AED 2,104
Thu 3/910:40 -
2 stops35h 30m
Sun 6/922:25 -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 14/8AED 2,108
Thu 10/919:20 -
1 stop28h 55m
Mon 14/907:55 -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 13/8AED 2,115

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 16 August 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,740

One-way from

AED 977

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 2,332

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,944 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,242 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 5/9-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • China to Dubai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 3/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 30m total
  • China to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,924 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 539 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Dubai Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way 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 16 August 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

Price

Cheapest return flight

BeijingDubai

PEK Beijing Capital - DXB Dubai Intl

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

Mon 28/12

06:50-11:40

Nonstop8h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 31/12

11:00-22:30

Nonstop7h 30m

AED 2,071

ShenzhenDubai

SZX Shenzhen - DXB Dubai Intl

SZXDXB

Shenzhen

Sun 20/12

00:45-05:25

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/12

10:45-22:00

Nonstop7h 15m

AED 2,119

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/1

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 8/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,174

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,218

GuangzhouDubai

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - DXB Dubai Intl

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 24/12

15:20-09:25

1 stop22h 05m

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/12

13:20-13:55

1 stop20h 35m

AED 2,225

BeijingDubai

PEK Beijing Capital - DXB Dubai Intl

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/9

07:25-11:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/9

10:40-22:20

Nonstop7h 40m

AED 2,295
Fastest return journey

BeijingDubai

PEK Beijing Capital - DXB Dubai Intl

PEKDXB

Beijing Capital

Thu 15/10

07:25-11:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/11

11:00-22:30

Nonstop7h 30m

AED 2,295

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/1

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/2

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,313

GuangzhouDubai

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - DXB Dubai Intl

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 21/9

05:15-11:25

3 stops34h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 28/9

00:30-01:05

3 stops20h 35m

AED 2,387

GuangzhouDubai

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - DXB Dubai Intl

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 13/9

20:30-03:30

3 stops35h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

23:35-11:15

1 stop31h 40m

AED 2,468

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Best time to book a flight from China to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from China with our price prediction graph.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 1,605). Flying from China to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,584). 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 16 August 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 42% 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 133 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 evening 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 13% 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 16 August 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
3,652 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 50m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,071. China and Dubai are separated by a distance of 5840 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 554 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from AED 570 and China Eastern from AED 600 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 Guangzhou Baiyun - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Dubai (average of AED 1,605). Flying from China to Dubai in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,584). 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
EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 2,989AverageAED 3,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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