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Cheap flights from China to the United Arab Emirates from AED 874

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to United Arab Emirates

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Cheapest flights from China to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Tue 8/1219:00
CAN
-
DXB
1 stop27h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 6/119:05
DXB
-
CAN
1 stop12h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 13/7AED 1,502
Tue 1/922:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop20h 00m
Air India
Mon 7/900:30
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop15h 50m
Air India
Deal found 12/7AED 1,737
Tue 1/1214:00
PVG
-
AUH
Nonstop10h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 4/1223:30
AUH
-
PVG
Nonstop9h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7AED 1,851
Mon 2/1114:00
PVG
-
AUH
Nonstop10h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/1123:30
AUH
-
PVG
Nonstop9h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7AED 1,891
Thu 29/1014:00
PVG
-
AUH
Nonstop10h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 1/1123:30
AUH
-
PVG
Nonstop9h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7AED 1,895
Wed 16/1217:30
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop32h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 3/123:35
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop33h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 16/7AED 1,961
Mon 2/1106:15
PVG
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Thu 5/1109:15
DXB
-
PVG
Nonstop7h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7AED 1,990
Wed 28/1014:00
PVG
-
AUH
Nonstop10h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 1/1121:15
AUH
-
PVG
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7AED 2,020
Fri 21/807:20
PVG
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Mon 24/809:40
DXB
-
PVG
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7AED 2,023
Wed 16/1206:15
PVG
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Sun 3/109:15
DXB
-
PVG
Nonstop7h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7AED 2,067
Sun 30/815:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop16h 20m
Gulf Air
Sun 13/907:35
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 13/7AED 2,093
Mon 17/807:20
PVG
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Tue 1/909:40
DXB
-
PVG
Nonstop8h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 13/7AED 2,111

Find flight deals from China to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,502

One-way from

AED 874

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 2,343

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,944 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,555 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 8/12-6/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • China to United Arab Emirates
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • China to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,972 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 542 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to United Arab Emirates 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 16 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/10

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

21:15-09:15

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 1,891

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 1,891

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/11

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 1,891

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/10

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 1,891

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/10

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/11

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 1,990

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/8

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/8

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,023

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/8

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 25/8

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,023

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,067

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/8

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/9

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,111
Fastest return journey

GuangzhouDubai

CAN - DXB

CANDXB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 7/12

00:15-05:00

Nonstop8h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/1

10:50-21:45

Nonstop6h 55m

AED 2,115

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Best time to book a flight from China to United Arab Emirates

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from China with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from China to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 753). Flying from China to United Arab Emirates in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,968). 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 CN to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from China to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 July 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from China to United Arab Emirates is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

How often are flights from China to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between China and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to the United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 16 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and China Southern from China to the United Arab Emirates 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
3,628 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from China to United Arab Emirates?

    There are many flights that can get you from China to United Arab Emirates in 8h 40m. Fly via Etihad Airways, China Eastern, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6444 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 554. Users have also found prices from AED 570 and AED 600 on Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to United Arab Emirates 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 China to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 753). Flying from China to United Arab Emirates in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,968). 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 China to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from China to United Arab Emirates. 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapestAED 2,989AverageAED 3,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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