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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, China

AUH — SHA
30 Oct — 6 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 24,279
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 50% potential increase in price (AED 17,574 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 73% potential price decrease (AED 7,215 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 1,777). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 5,857). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

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
1,540 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
244 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 0 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.

  • 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 82% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 1,777). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 5,857). 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 Abu Dhabi to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,440AverageAED 3,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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