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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, China from AED 709

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Wed 18/323:50
AUH
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SHA
1 stop34h 05m
Air China
Mon 23/318:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop31h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/2AED 1,201
Fri 27/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop17h 05m
Air China
Sat 4/408:55
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop12h 50m
Air China
Deal found 14/2AED 1,212
Fri 20/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop12h 15m
Air China
Wed 1/407:55
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop13h 50m
Air China
Deal found 14/2AED 1,216
Fri 20/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop14h 05m
Air China
Thu 26/318:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop31h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/2AED 1,223
Fri 20/323:50
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop30h 15m
Air China
Thu 26/316:30
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop33h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/2AED 1,223
Sat 14/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop12h 15m
Air China
Sun 29/313:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop32h 15m
Air China
Deal found 11/2AED 1,230
Sat 21/323:50
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop29h 55m
Air China
Sun 29/316:20
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop29h 25m
Air China
Deal found 11/2AED 1,230
Sat 28/323:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop17h 05m
Air China
Sat 4/407:55
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop13h 50m
Air China
Deal found 11/2AED 1,238
Fri 15/520:10
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop15h 50m
Air China
Fri 22/507:55
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop13h 50m
Air China
Deal found 13/2AED 1,241
Sat 28/223:50
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Tue 3/321:30
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Deal found 14/2AED 1,333
Mon 30/320:10
AUH
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Mon 6/408:55
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop12h 50m
Air China
Deal found 13/2AED 1,366
Thu 16/421:10
AUH
-
PVG
2 stops38h 45m
China Eastern
Sun 19/415:00
PVG
-
AUH
Nonstop10h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/2AED 1,374

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,201

One-way from

AED 709

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

AED 3,948
Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 22/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (AED 2,631 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (AED 770 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai 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 14 February 2026.
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Abu Dhabi

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Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 25/3

23:50-16:55

1 stop13h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

08:55-17:45

1 stop12h 50m

AED 1,216

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 24/3

23:50-18:45

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

08:55-17:45

1 stop12h 50m

AED 1,223

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/3

23:50-16:05

1 stop12h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/3

13:30-17:45

1 stop32h 15m

AED 1,230

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 30/3

20:10-18:00

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/4

08:55-17:45

1 stop12h 50m

AED 1,366

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 16/4

21:10-15:55

2 stops38h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/4

15:00-21:20

Nonstop10h 20m

AED 1,374

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/4

20:10-14:45

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/4

12:25-17:45

1 stop33h 20m

AED 1,583

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 21/3

23:50-12:50

1 stop33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

14:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

AED 1,656

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/3

23:50-10:05

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/3

20:45-21:50

2 stops29h 05m

AED 1,704

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 15/3

13:25-22:55

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

09:00-11:20

1 stop30h 20m

AED 1,829

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 21/3

23:30-12:40

Nonstop9h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

14:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

AED 1,833

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 845). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,271). 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 AUH to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 February 2026.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and China Eastern from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LIS - AUH

Roomy seats, very comfortable. Nice to have blankets and pillows too.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LIS - AUH

Roomy seats, very comfortable. Nice to have blankets and pillows too.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LIS - AUH

Roomy seats, very comfortable. Nice to have blankets and pillows too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. 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 from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) if they book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. On average, Zayed Intl has 2 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 2 airlines. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is conveniently located just 28.0 km from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai can take about 13h 05m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,216. There are 6500 km between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 812, China Eastern will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Etihad Airways for as low as AED 1,440. China Eastern is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai 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 Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 845). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,271). 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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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,440AverageAED 3,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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