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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,017

SHA — DXB
20 Sep — 27 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dubai

Sat 5/922:00 -
1 stop23h 40m
Mon 14/900:30 -
1 stop15h 50m
Deal found 20/8AED 1,917
Sun 18/1000:35 -
1 stop15h 05m
Fri 23/1023:00 -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,115
Fri 4/1206:15 -
Nonstop9h 50m
Sun 17/109:15 -
Nonstop7h 50m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,122
Mon 28/1206:15 -
Nonstop9h 50m
Thu 31/1209:15 -
Nonstop7h 50m
Deal found 17/8AED 2,126
Mon 5/1007:20 -
Nonstop8h 40m
Mon 19/1009:40 -
Nonstop8h 40m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,130
Sat 5/922:00 -
1 stop34h 00m
Tue 15/915:30 -
2 stops26h 40m
Deal found 20/8AED 2,170
Mon 5/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 50m
Mon 19/1018:55 -
2 stops26h 10m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,185
Sun 18/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 50m
Fri 23/1005:50 -
1 stop12h 50m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,211
Wed 16/1206:15 -
Nonstop9h 50m
Sun 3/109:15 -
Nonstop7h 50m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,218
Fri 30/1011:30 -
1 stop15h 45m
Sat 7/1101:15 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 17/8AED 2,497
Sun 4/1012:10 -
3 stops28h 50m
Sun 11/1020:30 -
3 stops34h 00m
Deal found 20/8AED 2,593
Mon 24/812:10 -
3 stops33h 35m
Tue 8/911:50 -
2 stops17h 20m
Deal found 18/8AED 2,850

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Dubai

Round-trip from

AED 1,917

One-way from

AED 1,017

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 2,332
Air India
  • Air India
  • 5/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Shanghai to Dubai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 7/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 40m total
  • Shanghai to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,923 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 540 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 17/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,122
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 18/10

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,122

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 18/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,122

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 28/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 31/12

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,126

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,130

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/11

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/11

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,130

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

Sat 5/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 18/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,306

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 17/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,306

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sat 24/10

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,306

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai (average of AED 1,436). Flying from Shanghai to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,267). 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 SHA to DXB?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Shanghai to Dubai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai to Dubai?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Shanghai to Dubai flights typically cost between AED 1,717 and AED 2,897 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 1,917 on Air India (5 Sep–14 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates from Shanghai to Dubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,660 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Shanghai?

    For a flight from Shanghai to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre vof the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from Shanghai per day. 1 airline has flights to Dubai Intl from Shanghai on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Dubai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Shanghai to Dubai in 9h 50m. Fly via Emirates or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance between Shanghai and Dubai is about 6444 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Dubai round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 1,998, Emirates will fly you from Shanghai to Dubai and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Emirates is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai (average of AED 1,436). Flying from Shanghai to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,267). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Dubai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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