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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Shanghai, China from AED 576

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SHA
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2025.

Tue 30/1223:00DXB - PVG
1 stop13h 15mChina Southern
Sat 3/106:45PVG - DXB
1 stop15h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 29/12AED 1,381
Tue 30/1213:00DXB - PVG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/106:15PVG - DXB
Nonstop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12AED 2,049
Tue 30/1223:15DXB - PVG
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 3/110:20PVG - DXB
Nonstop10h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/12AED 2,409
Sun 28/1201:55DXB - PVG
1 stop18h 50mChina Southern
Mon 5/122:50PVG - DXB
1 stop23h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/12AED 6,213
Mon 29/1220:20DXB - SHA
1 stop11h 55mChina Southern
Mon 5/119:05SHA - DXB
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 28/12AED 6,951
Mon 29/1223:15DXB - PVG
1 stop30h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 5/122:30PVG - DXB
1 stop26h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/12AED 6,995
Mon 29/1223:15DXB - SHA
1 stop18h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 5/114:35SHA - DXB
1 stop34h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/12AED 6,995
Mon 29/1216:45DXB - SHA
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/108:40SHA - DXB
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12AED 9,158
Tue 30/1210:50DXB - SHA
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/118:10SHA - DXB
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12AED 41,280

Find flight deals from Dubai to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,278

One-way from

AED 576

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

AED 1,465
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 29/1-5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • Dubai to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 15m total
  • Dubai to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (AED 995 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 374 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Dubai

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Shanghai

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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 27/3

01:15-17:55

1 stop12h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 31/3

07:55-22:20

1 stop18h 25m

AED 1,351

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/1

01:15-18:45

1 stop13h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

09:00-10:55

1 stop29h 55m

AED 1,359

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/1

20:20-13:20

1 stop13h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/1

07:55-22:15

1 stop18h 20m

AED 1,377

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/1

01:55-17:25

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 25/1

21:50-18:20

1 stop24h 30m

AED 1,377

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/1

20:20-14:15

1 stop13h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

10:50-00:05

1 stop17h 15m

AED 1,377

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/1

01:55-18:10

1 stop12h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/1

11:50-00:05

1 stop16h 15m

AED 1,377

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/1

01:55-17:25

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/1

13:50-00:05

1 stop14h 15m

AED 1,377

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Wed 15/4

23:00-18:15

1 stop15h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/4

09:25-19:55

1 stop14h 30m

AED 1,395

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

20:30-11:55

1 stop11h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 30/5

08:15-19:00

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,406

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/1

01:15-16:55

1 stop11h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/1

11:40-23:10

1 stop15h 30m

AED 1,417

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Shanghai

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Shanghai (average of AED 845). Flying from Dubai 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 DXB to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 30 December 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to Shanghai as you normally would.

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

How often are flights from Dubai to Shanghai delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Dubai and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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 30 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Dubai 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,111 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
185 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air China
7.2
Good
135 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 Dubai to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Dubai, you will be flying from Dubai Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Dubai Intl (DXB) is located 10.9 km from the centre of Dubai. There are 2 flights from Dubai Intl to Shanghai per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Shanghai?

    For as low as AED 1,351, Air China can have you in Shanghai from Dubai in 12h 40m. Dubai and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6399 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Shanghai return from AED 1,005. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from AED 1,077, and Air China, from AED 1,196. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Shanghai for 54% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 626 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from AED 760 and Gulf Air from AED 840 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Shanghai?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Shanghai (average of AED 845). Flying from Dubai 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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China EasternCheapestAED 991AverageAED 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 1,077AverageAED 1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapestAED 1,196AverageAED 1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,225AverageAED 3,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestAED 1,470AverageAED 1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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