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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to the United Arab Emirates from AED 870

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DXB
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 May 2026.

Thu 11/616:20
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop34h 00m
Air China
Tue 16/600:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 8/5AED 1,553
Wed 17/617:30
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop32h 50m
Air China
Tue 23/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop14h 45m
Air China
Deal found 11/5AED 1,557
Thu 4/609:00
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
Wed 10/600:10
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 10/5AED 1,557
Wed 24/612:25
SHA
-
DXB
1 stop13h 55m
Air China
Tue 30/600:10
DXB
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
Air China
Deal found 10/5AED 1,645
Sun 7/615:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop30h 40m
Gulf Air
Sun 14/607:35
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 10/5AED 1,715
Sun 18/1015:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
Tue 27/1013:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,733
Mon 19/1015:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop21h 55m
Gulf Air
Tue 27/1019:05
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,737
Wed 3/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
Thu 4/619:05
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop11h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,752
Fri 5/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop28h 00m
Gulf Air
Fri 12/623:35
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/5AED 1,755
Sun 7/615:55
PVG
-
AUH
1 stop16h 20m
Gulf Air
Sun 21/607:35
AUH
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 8/5AED 1,770
Wed 10/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop21h 55m
Gulf Air
Sun 14/617:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 9/5AED 1,803
Sun 28/615:55
PVG
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
Sun 5/717:00
DXB
-
PVG
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 9/5AED 1,807

Find flight deals from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,553

One-way from

AED 870

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

AED 2,178
Air China
  • Air China
  • 11/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 05m total
  • Shanghai to United Arab Emirates
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • Shanghai to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (AED 2,586 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (AED 642 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

16:20-22:20

1 stop34h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 16/6

00:10-10:15

1 stop30h 05m

AED 1,553

ShanghaiDubai

SHA - DXB

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 24/6

12:25-22:20

1 stop13h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 30/6

00:10-18:10

1 stop14h 00m

AED 1,645

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/6

15:55-15:55

1 stop28h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/6

23:35-09:55

1 stop30h 20m

AED 1,755
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/10

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/11

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,060

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/6

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/6

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,060

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/5

07:20-12:40

Nonstop9h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/6

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,064

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

15:55-04:15

1 stop16h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 20/6

00:15-20:20

2 stops16h 05m

AED 2,097

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG - AUH

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/6

18:40-03:40

1 stop13h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 16/6

05:45-22:35

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,218

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 17/6

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,236

ShanghaiDubai

PVG - DXB

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/6

07:20-12:00

Nonstop8h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 14/6

09:40-22:20

Nonstop8h 40m

AED 2,236

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,377). 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 SHA to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai 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 12 May 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Shanghai 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 in the morning could potentially save you up to 66% on airfare.

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 12 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates from Shanghai to the United Arab Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai 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 Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    A quick flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates can take about 8h 40m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,060. There are 6444 km between Shanghai and United Arab Emirates. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    While some choose either Shanghai Pu Dong - Dubai Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Dubai Intl is the most popular route from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai 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 Shanghai to United Arab Emirates.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,377). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Shanghai 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 12 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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