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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 925

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
14 kesä — 21 kesä1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 toukokuu 2026.

ke 17/617:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop32h 50m
Air China
ti 23/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop14h 45m
Air China
Deal found 11/5AED 1,557
to 4/609:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
ke 10/600:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 10/5AED 1,557
su 18/1015:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
ti 27/1013:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,733
ma 19/1015:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop21h 55m
Gulf Air
ti 27/1019:05
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,737
ke 3/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
to 4/619:05
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop11h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,752
pe 5/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop28h 00m
Gulf Air
pe 12/623:35
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/5AED 1,755
ke 17/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
su 21/617:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/5AED 1,821
ke 17/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
ke 24/623:35
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop31h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,924
la 14/1122:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop14h 35m
Air India
ma 23/1113:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 10m
Air India
Deal found 12/5AED 1,990
ma 26/1012:15
PVG
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DXB
Nonstop11h 00m
China Eastern
ti 27/1020:45
DXB
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PVG
1 stop24h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/5AED 2,012
ma 25/507:20
PVG
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
su 7/609:40
DXB
-
PVG
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 14/5AED 2,056
pe 20/1106:15
PVG
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DXB
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
ma 23/1109:15
DXB
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PVG
Nonstop7h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 11/5AED 2,060

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 toukokuu 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,557

One-way from

AED 925

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

AED 2,178
Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 35m total
  • Shanghai to Dubai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,586 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (AED 642 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 15 toukokuu 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

pe 5/6

15:55-15:55

1 stop28h 00m

Dubai Intl

pe 12/6

23:35-09:55

1 stop30h 20m

AED 1,755

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 25/5

07:20-12:40

Nonstop9h 20m

Dubai Intl

su 7/6

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,056
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

to 27/8

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

ma 31/8

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,100

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

su 18/10

21:20-22:00

1 stop28h 40m

Dubai Intl

ma 26/10

01:00-10:10

1 stop29h 10m

AED 2,743

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

to 27/8

22:30-21:30

1 stop27h 00m

Dubai Intl

ma 31/8

22:50-15:35

1 stop12h 45m

AED 2,795

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

ke 26/8

07:20-21:30

1 stop18h 10m

Dubai Intl

pe 28/8

22:50-16:25

1 stop13h 35m

AED 2,795

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

to 27/8

19:05-21:30

1 stop30h 25m

Dubai Intl

ma 31/8

22:50-13:15

1 stop34h 25m

AED 2,795

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 26/10

18:10-11:40

1 stop21h 30m

Dubai Intl

ti 27/10

20:05-14:40

2 stops14h 35m

AED 2,934

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

la 10/10

11:45-22:00

1 stop14h 15m

Dubai Intl

ke 21/10

00:10-19:00

1 stop14h 50m

AED 2,993

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 25/5

07:20-12:40

Nonstop9h 20m

Dubai Intl

la 6/6

03:50-22:50

1 stop15h 00m

AED 3,000

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Shanghai to Dubai in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,377). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai 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 15 toukokuu 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 69% on flights from Shanghai to Dubai by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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 15 toukokuu 2026.
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
3,572 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai 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 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 20m. Fly via Gulf Air, Emirates, or Air China 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 12% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Dubai (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Shanghai to Dubai in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,377). 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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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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