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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, China from AED 1,296

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
28 Jul — 4 Aug1
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 28 June 2026.

Sat 14/1119:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop16h 05m
Gulf Air
Sun 22/1119:00
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop32h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 1,906
Sun 1/1119:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop12h 00m
Gulf Air
Wed 4/1116:30
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop30h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 24/6AED 2,002
Sat 31/1019:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1111:35
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6AED 2,226
Fri 2/1011:55
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1015:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6AED 2,244
Mon 12/1003:45
AUH
-
PVG
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1015:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6AED 2,318
Sun 19/707:35
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Gulf Air
Mon 27/715:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop16h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/6AED 2,332
Wed 29/717:40
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/800:35
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6AED 2,520
Thu 30/717:40
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/800:35
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6AED 2,523
Sun 12/723:55
AUH
-
SHA
3 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/715:30
SHA
-
AUH
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6AED 2,747
Sun 19/723:55
AUH
-
SHA
3 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/717:30
SHA
-
AUH
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6AED 3,041
Sat 8/804:35
AUH
-
SHA
3 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/808:50
SHA
-
AUH
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6AED 3,067
Sat 8/803:45
AUH
-
SHA
3 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/812:50
SHA
-
AUH
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6AED 3,118

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 28 June 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,906

One-way from

AED 1,296

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 14/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 14/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 52% potential increase in price (AED 19,817 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 65% potential price decrease (AED 7,127 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 28 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

07:40-11:55

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/11

16:30-11:15

1 stop22h 45m

AED 2,002

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 10/8

04:35-15:15

3 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/8

21:50-01:15

2 stops31h 25m

AED 3,199

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 9/7

12:25-22:40

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/7

18:50-10:55

1 stop20h 05m

AED 3,254

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 12/7

17:40-21:50

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/7

08:20-22:55

2 stops18h 35m

AED 3,283

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 13/10

15:00-21:55

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/10

16:20-09:20

2 stops21h 00m

AED 3,489

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 11/8

23:55-14:45

3 stops34h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

18:10-06:45

2 stops16h 35m

AED 3,500

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 15/10

17:40-22:15

2 stops24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

10:30-03:55

2 stops21h 25m

AED 3,577

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - SHA

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 12/7

23:55-08:50

3 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/7

19:00-07:15

2 stops16h 15m

AED 3,581

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 15/10

17:40-22:15

2 stops24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 24/10

07:00-11:00

2 stops32h 00m

AED 3,665
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH - PVG

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 2/10

21:15-10:05

Nonstop8h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/10

19:25-00:30

Nonstop9h 05m

AED 3,739

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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 812). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,847). 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

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 28 June 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
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

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
1,467 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

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
226 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

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

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 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.

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

    A quick flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai can take about 24h 15m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,002. There are 6545 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 83% 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 812). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,847). 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 28 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 1,977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,440AverageAED 3,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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