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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, China from AED 815

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — SHA
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
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 13 August 2026.

Mon 21/923:55 -
2 stops16h 25m
Tue 29/922:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 9/8AED 1,785
Sun 25/1013:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Sat 31/1009:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 11/8AED 1,983
Sun 25/1013:00 -
1 stop17h 30m
Sat 31/1011:35 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 11/8AED 1,994
Wed 11/1123:55 -
1 stop32h 00m
Fri 13/1116:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 8/8AED 2,001
Mon 21/923:50 -
1 stop31h 00m
Tue 29/922:00 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 9/8AED 2,233
Fri 16/1011:55 -
2 stops22h 30m
Mon 19/1015:55 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,324
Wed 9/905:45 -
1 stop12h 05m
Wed 16/918:50 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 11/8AED 2,365
Mon 12/1013:10 -
3 stops29h 00m
Mon 19/1015:55 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 9/8AED 2,376
Sun 25/1009:15 -
3 stops33h 50m
Sat 31/1018:10 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 11/8AED 2,460
Fri 18/912:05 -
3 stops30h 15m
Sun 20/921:45 -
3 stops34h 35m
Deal found 11/8AED 2,578
Fri 16/1017:15 -
3 stops41h 30m
Mon 19/1021:55 -
3 stops34h 20m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,952
Wed 12/803:45 -
3 stops32h 10m
Thu 20/808:10 -
3 stops27h 40m
Deal found 12/8AED 3,062

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 13 August 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,785

One-way from

AED 815

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 4,873
Air India
  • Air India
  • 21/9-29/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 50% potential increase in price (AED 19,044 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 62% potential price decrease (AED 7,086 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 13 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AUHSHA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/10

13:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

09:00-11:00

1 stop30h 00m

AED 1,983

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 12/10

13:10-22:10

3 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

15:55-18:35

1 stop30h 40m

AED 2,376

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/11

23:55-11:55

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/11

16:30-18:45

1 stop30h 15m

AED 2,402

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 12/10

23:50-10:50

1 stop31h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

15:55-18:35

1 stop30h 40m

AED 2,644

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 9/9

15:00-22:20

2 stops27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/9

16:20-15:25

2 stops27h 05m

AED 2,747

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 13/10

23:45-21:50

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

18:50-04:25

1 stop13h 35m

AED 3,077
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/12

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/1

18:15-00:30

Nonstop10h 15m

AED 3,503

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 9/10

23:45-20:15

2 stops16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/10

18:50-04:25

1 stop13h 35m

AED 3,580

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/12

21:15-09:15

Nonstop8h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/1

20:00-01:00

1 stop33h 00m

AED 3,632

Abu DhabiShanghai

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

AUHPVG

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 13/10

19:20-10:50

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

19:25-00:30

Nonstop9h 05m

AED 3,650

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 1,704). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,826). 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 13 August 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
1,504 reviews
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Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
1,504 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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
232 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

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 27h 20m. Hainan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,747. 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (average of AED 1,704). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,826). 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

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 13 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 812AverageAED 1,953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,440AverageAED 3,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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