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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Shanghai, China from AED 786

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SHA
30 Apr — 7 May1
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 31 March 2026.

Fri 15/513:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 4/616:25
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop22h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 26/3AED 1,318
Fri 15/513:00
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop29h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 4/608:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop30h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 26/3AED 1,318
Wed 3/600:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Thu 11/616:20
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop34h 00m
Air China
Deal found 27/3AED 1,535
Wed 3/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop11h 50m
Air China
Thu 11/612:25
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop13h 55m
Air China
Deal found 27/3AED 1,535
Sun 21/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop12h 50m
Air China
Mon 29/612:25
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop13h 55m
Air China
Deal found 31/3AED 1,539
Thu 14/522:20
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/516:25
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3AED 1,583
Tue 26/513:00
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop29h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 28/508:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop30h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 30/3AED 1,590
Tue 26/513:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 28/516:25
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop22h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 30/3AED 1,601
Sat 25/400:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Air China
Mon 4/512:05
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop13h 55m
Air China
Deal found 29/3AED 1,620
Sat 25/400:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop12h 50m
Air China
Mon 4/511:45
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 15m
Air China
Deal found 29/3AED 1,620
Fri 24/400:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop11h 50m
Air China
Sat 2/511:45
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 15m
Air China
Deal found 28/3AED 1,645
Sat 25/400:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop11h 50m
Air China
Sun 3/521:20
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop28h 40m
Air China
Deal found 27/3AED 1,649

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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,318

One-way from

AED 786

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May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 1,429
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 15/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Dubai to Shanghai
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  • Hainan Airlines
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • Dubai to Shanghai
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

13:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/6

08:30-10:55

1 stop30h 25m

AED 1,318

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sun 21/6

00:10-17:00

1 stop12h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/6

12:25-22:20

1 stop13h 55m

AED 1,539

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sat 25/4

00:10-16:00

1 stop11h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/5

11:45-22:00

1 stop14h 15m

AED 1,642

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 24/4

00:10-13:50

1 stop33h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/5

11:45-22:00

1 stop14h 15m

AED 1,741

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

00:10-19:00

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 29/5

21:20-22:00

1 stop28h 40m

AED 1,792

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

10:50-10:50

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 17/5

15:55-22:35

1 stop34h 40m

AED 1,932

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/7

10:50-10:50

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/8

15:55-03:30

1 stop15h 35m

AED 1,983

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Mon 25/5

21:00-10:50

1 stop33h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 29/5

15:55-22:35

1 stop34h 40m

AED 2,013

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/7

22:50-15:35

1 stop12h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/8

22:30-21:30

1 stop27h 00m

AED 2,409

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Sun 19/4

23:00-16:20

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/4

19:15-10:15

2 stops19h 00m

AED 2,479

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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 1,263). 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 31 March 2026.

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 14% of weekly flights between Dubai and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 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 morning 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 Wednesday 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 13% 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 31 March 2026.
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
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,234 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 is 1 flight 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 1,539, Hainan Airlines can have you in Shanghai from Dubai in 12h 50m. 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 918. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from AED 961, and Emirates, from AED 1,105. You may be able to fly from Dubai to Shanghai for 56% 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 Air China from AED 741 and China Eastern from AED 760 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 1,263). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestAED 918AverageAED 1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 961AverageAED 1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,105AverageAED 3,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestAED 1,169AverageAED 1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestAED 1,470AverageAED 1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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