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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, China from AED 734

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

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Best flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 January 2026.

Tue 27/123:50AUH - SHA
1 stop17h 50mAir China
Sat 31/111:30SHA - AUH
1 stop14h 20mAir China
Deal found 1/1AED 1,164
Tue 27/123:50AUH - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/114:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1AED 1,737
Mon 9/223:30AUH - PVG
Nonstop9h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 25/214:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop11h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/1AED 2,210
Wed 11/323:50AUH - SHA
1 stop13h 05mAir China
Mon 23/321:30SHA - AUH
1 stop28h 20mAir China
Deal found 31/12AED 1,226
Tue 3/323:50AUH - SHA
1 stop19h 05mAir China
Tue 17/311:30SHA - AUH
1 stop14h 20mAir China
Deal found 31/12AED 1,245
Tue 3/323:50AUH - PVG
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Tue 17/319:00PVG - AUH
1 stop30h 50mAir China
Deal found 31/12AED 1,256
Tue 3/323:50AUH - PVG
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Sun 29/316:20PVG - AUH
1 stop29h 25mAir China
Deal found 31/12AED 1,289
Wed 11/323:50AUH - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/314:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 1,755
Tue 3/323:50AUH - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 29/315:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 1,770
Wed 11/323:50AUH - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/314:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 1,836
Tue 3/323:50AUH - SHA
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/307:30SHA - AUH
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 2,049
Tue 27/123:50AUH - SHA
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/111:30SHA - AUH
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1AED 2,075
Fri 13/218:15AUH - SHA
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/218:30SHA - AUH
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 2,089
Wed 15/414:20AUH - PVG
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/415:00PVG - AUH
Nonstop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12AED 2,104
Fri 13/223:50AUH - SHA
1 stop12h 15mAir China
Fri 20/218:30SHA - AUH
1 stop31h 20mAir China
Deal found 30/12AED 2,552
Tue 3/315:25AUH - PVG
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/316:30PVG - AUH
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 2,126
Wed 11/323:50AUH - SHA
1 stop12h 15mAir China
Sun 22/320:25SHA - AUH
2 stops53h 25mAir China
Deal found 31/12AED 2,846

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 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,164

One-way from

AED 734

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 3,716
Air China
  • Air China
  • 27/1-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,911 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (AED 692 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 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Abu Dhabi

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Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 27/1

23:50-21:40

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/1

11:30-21:50

1 stop14h 20m

AED 1,164

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

23:50-16:55

1 stop13h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

21:30-21:50

1 stop28h 20m

AED 1,226

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 3/3

23:50-22:55

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

11:30-21:50

1 stop14h 20m

AED 1,245

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 3/3

23:50-23:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/3

19:00-21:50

1 stop30h 50m

AED 1,256

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 3/3

23:50-09:45

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/3

16:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

AED 1,289

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 27/1

23:50-23:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/1

14:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

AED 1,737

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

23:50-23:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

14:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

AED 1,755

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 3/3

23:50-23:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/3

15:00-21:20

Nonstop10h 20m

AED 1,770

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

23:50-23:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/3

14:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

AED 1,836

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 3/3

23:50-16:05

1 stop12h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

07:30-21:50

2 stops18h 20m

AED 2,049

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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 1,428). 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 1 January 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.

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 1 January 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
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
185 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,348 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

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 17h 50m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,164. There are 6500 km between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai.

  • 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 74% 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 1,428). 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 1 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 2,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,450AverageAED 3,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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